Princess Beatrice

Royal Baby Alert: Princess Beatrice Welcomes Baby Athena – And No Pressure, But She's 11th in Line!

Big news from the royal family! Princess Beatrice has welcomed her second child, a beautiful baby girl named Athena Elizabeth Rose, and she’s already making headlines. Find out more about this little girl's royal debut, her special name, and what it means to be part of the royal lineage!

In exciting royal news, Princess Beatrice has welcomed her second child, a beautiful baby girl named Athena Elizabeth Rose Mapelli Mozzi. The announcement, made by Buckingham Palace, revealed that Athena arrived several weeks prematurely on January 22 at London’s Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, weighing in at a tiny 4 pounds and 5 ounces (1.95 kg). This adorable addition makes Princess Beatrice and her husband, Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, a family of four, joining their first daughter, Sienna.

Not only is Baby Athena the apple of her parents' eyes, but she also carries a touching tribute in her name. It’s believed that she is named after the late Queen Elizabeth II, adding a layer of sentimentality to her royal heritage. Speaking of heritage, Athena is positioned 11th in the line of succession to the British throne, which definitely gives her a whole new royal status and a legacy to uphold!

Edoardo expressed his joy on social media, describing their little girl as "tiny and absolutely perfect." The family is undoubtedly enjoying the bliss of early parenthood, cuddles, and midnight giggles, but it sounds like they might be missing out on sleep! Maybe they can seek advice from the society's leading nutritionist and close friend of Princess Beatrice, Gabriela Peacock, who has been a secret weapon for the young royals in terms of keeping them healthy while balancing royal duties.

As Princess Beatrice juggles life as a new mum again, she is also a prominent member of the royal family actively engaging in charitable ventures. With notable titles such as Vice President of the Children’s Hospice Association Scotland and her involvement in various foundations, Beatrice is committed to supporting important causes especially concerning children.

When it comes to royal babies, did you know that the tradition of naming royal children often includes nods to significant figures in the family history? And to add a bit of trivia to the mix, babies born into the Royal Family traditionally receive their first name based on the family's lineage, with the second names typically drawn from previous monarchs or beloved family members. It seems little Athena is starting her royal journey on the right foot!