BREAKING: Meghan Markle and Prince Harry welcome baby boy!!!

The child is seventh in line to the throne

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The moment we've all been waiting for has finally arrived!!! The former Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, has just given birth to a baby boy. And it's been described as a "healthy" baby by Prince Harry.

The duchess went into labour earlier today with Harry at her side, the palace announced. He was with her as she gave birth.

The baby was born at home in Frogmore House, as Harry and Meghan had planned. Reports say Meghan's mother was also there.

The news came from the couple's official Instagram account.

It read: "We are pleased to announce that Their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Sussex welcomed their firstborn child in the early morning on May 6th, 2019. Their Royal Highnesses’ son weighs 7lbs. 3oz."

Another comment was later added: "The Duchess and baby are both healthy and well, and the couple thank members of the public for their shared excitement and support during this very special time in their lives.

"More details will be shared in the forthcoming days."

And Harry has already been on the news to announce the amazing news!!! He called it "the most amazing experience."

The child will be seventh in line to the throne, following Prince Charles, Prince William, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, Prince Louis and Prince Harry.

We will update as soon as we get more information.

Featured image credit: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle going to church at Sandringham on Christmas Day 2017, shot by Mark Jones. Cropped from Flickr version: https://www.flickr.com/photos/rambomuscles/27537241539