12:29 PM EDT 05/24/2013
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Prince William Has a Gift for the Baby: A Mini-Football
Originally posted 05/24/2013 09:30AM
Just what a soccer fan dad-to-be needs, for when his little prince or princess is old enough to kick it about the Palace backyard: a mini-football.
And that's just what Prince William received Friday after he addressed a UEFA meeting of football's European leaders in London.
"Football can transform boys' and girls' lives, instilling fitness, team discipline, aspiration and fairness," he told the delegates.
He was also handed a regular-sized football, for those times he plays with brother Harry.
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'Kate Is a Natural Mother,' Says William's Cousin-in-Law
Originally posted 05/21/2013 08:50AM
Everything's relative – and family members are already praising Princess Kate for her maternal instincts.
Mike Tindall, who is married to William's cousin, Princess Anne and Captain Mark Phillips's daughter Zara Phillips, says father-to-be Prince William – whom he calls "Willy" – will be "outstanding" as a dad, "while Kate is a natural mother," he adds.
The rugby player told the Daily Mirror, "It's great for them. The whole family is really excited about the baby. I think everyone's excited. I'm so happy for those two. They'll be great parents."
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Kate Shops – and Snacks – in London
Originally posted 05/16/2013 05:25PM
Is Kate officially in nesting mode?
If her recent trip to the Design Centre in Chelsea Harbour is any indication, the answer is yes.
The seven-months-pregnant Duchess of Cambridge, 31, was spotted shopping at the ultra-posh interior design center on Tuesday, where she checked out at least one fabric swatch, and took time to refuel at the public café, right alongside other shoppers.
"She just sat in the atrium like everyone else," an onlooker tells PEOPLE. "She was very polite and really nice – just totally normal. I didn't know it was her at first. I just thought, 'You look a lot like Kate Middleton.' Then it kind of dawned on me."
"She had a cappuccino and a banana muffin," adds the source. "It's not every day you see the future Queen of England sitting down in a café eating a muffin!"
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Kate Gets Baby-Prep Help from Her Royal Family
Originally posted 05/10/2013 01:00PM
As any parents-to-be can attest, prepping for baby is work that's never done. And, in the latest royal look-a-like installment, faux Kate is no exception!
Photographer Alison Jackson – who previously shot the "royal baby shower" and the newlyweds' "first Christmas" – has thought of everything this time, from the Duchess getting her bump measured by Camilla to helping The Queen paint the nursery. HRH really can rock some coveralls!
The latest spoof series, released by Ladbrokes to launch its royal baby odds in the U.K., also includes Kate's sister Pippa helping choose baby names while Kate noshes on pickles and ice cream.
While it's not the real thing, since Kate (due in July) and Prince William are laying low while Prince Harry's U.S. visit is underway, the pics at least satisfy royal watchers' cravings as well!
– Kristin Boehm
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William and Kate Hire the Queen's Housekeeper
Originally posted 05/08/2013 08:45AM
Nothing like getting a helping hand – and the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have more than one.
But the couple have hired one of Queen Elizabeth's long-standing housekeepers for their new home, Apartment 1a in Kensington Palace, which they plan to occupy early this fall.
She is Antonella Fresolone, 42, who is said to be unmarried, Italian, and already on the job – helping at the two-bedroom Nottingham Cottage where William and Kate are living until their larger family home is ready.
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Composer Paul Mealor Writes Special Lullaby for William & Kate's Baby
Originally posted 05/07/2013 10:40AM
The gifts will come pouring in soon enough. But the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's unborn child has already received one very special present indeed – a lullaby specially written for the baby by a respected British composer and recorded by a New Zealand soprano.
Paul Mealor, who wrote music for Prince William and Kate's royal wedding, has penned a tune called "Sleep On" as a gift to the baby, due in July. It will appear on Hayley Westenra's upcoming lullaby album Hushabye, set for release in the U.K. on June 17.
"After writing music for the royal wedding, it seemed natural to provide the musical accompaniment for the next stage of the royal couple's journey together," Mealor, 37, told the British press.
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Kate's Style Evolution and Pregnancy Diary Secrets
Originally posted 05/01/2013 08:20AM
All hail the Duchess of Cambridge: a newlywed and loving, devoted wife, a mother-to-be of the newest future king or queen and a gracious, charming public figure who, two years ago, became an instant style icon – from the moment she stepped out in a royal blue silk-jersey-wrap Issa dress on the day her engagement to Prince William was announced.
Kate continues to captivate the world with her easy grace and impeccable style, which show no signs of slowing down as she evolves into maternity wear.
From her hairstyles to her hemlines, mixing high fashion and High Street, Kate continues to school the world in the art of dressing for two with style, grace and her own sense of fun – even as her much-anticipated bump presents its joyful fashion challenges.
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Prince William & Kate's Romantic Moments, Anniversary Celebrations
Originally posted 04/29/2013 12:40PM
Best wishes are in order for the Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William as they celebrate their second wedding anniversary.
It seems like only yesterday when the world watched their fairy tale wedding after William proposed in November 2010. Take a look back the most special milestone moments in the couple's life as man and wife so far!
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Kate Spends Second Wedding Anniversary at Children's Hospice
Originally posted 04/29/2013 10:30AM
Two years ago, Kate Middleton was becoming the Duchess of Cambridge, marrying Prince William in a ceremony watched by millions.
On her anniversary she immersed herself in a less-ceremonial undertaking, but one close to her heart – visiting Naomi House Children's Hospice for tea.
William, 30, meanwhile, was on duty with his helicopter search and rescue squadron at RAF Valley in north Wales.
Kate's New Starring Role – Video for Charity
Originally posted 04/27/2013 08:00PM
Speaking to mark the Together for Short Lives' Children's Hospice Week, the expectant princess talks of the "remarkable work" that one of her key charities, East Anglia's Children's Hospices [EACH], does for children and their families.
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