Guillaume and Stephanie expecting first child

[perdie]

Genuinely delighted for them.  They look very happy, and I hope this is the start of happier and more fulfilled times for them both.

[Lady Alice]

As much as we rag on them, I think I can say we're all happy and relieved for them with this wonderful news - that sort of pressure where one MUST have at least one child has to be horrific. Steph must be monstrously relieved to have that scrutiny over and done with.

Bless them - I have a suspicion it's been a hard road. Here's to May!

[SvenskaSarah]

I don't think I've ever been so moved or happy by royal news like this! I wish them the very best of health, love, luck and love. I hope Steph has an easy pregnancy and a safe and trouble free labour. Congratulations to them both!!! 

[Principessa]

Me too !
As someone who is suffering from fertility problems myself and is undergoing treatments since May I can easily understand how happy they must be and I really wish her a good pregnancy and a healthy baby!

Good luck to you Marieke! May you and your partner have a happy result!

Thank you so much! It have been difficult years since we are trying to have a baby. The miscarriage last year was and is difficult to process and then the news that we need medication because my body doesn't do what is has to do. In August the news that I needed an operation because I had a cyste in my ovary and later find out that there were other things wrong in there. Starting again and changing medication in october. And now this week hearing that another attempt failed and that we have to consider taking it to another level and probably starting in some months with ivf. It has been a rough journey. But as long as there is possibility for treatment there is hope!

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My journey was similar to yours. After 12 years of trying and multiple miscarriages, we pretty much gave up on the idea. We were discussing going to Croatia (this was right after the war) to adopt a baby as my cousin was the nun who ran  one of the orphanages. Then lightning struck, all on it's own.  It seems like five minutes ago, but now she is a senior in high school. The thing to remember is that there are many children in the world who need a home. You will be a mother, even if it wasn't the way you originally  planned.

 

[SQ]

They both look so happy in the pictures. Congratulations to Gui and Steph! Wishing for a safe pregnancy and a healthy baby Scarfette

[HolgerDanske]

Congrats to them , nice happy news for my first post. 

[Snow Queen]

Hooray!!! So happy for them. I hope Stephanie has a safe and healthy pregnancy. They haven’t been public about it but it’s clear they have struggled. Infertility and loss is a pain you couldn’t imagine unless you go through it yourself. It is hell and I don’t wish it on anyone. My miracle baby turned 3 recently and I still look at her in awe sometimes. It took over a decade to have her and we had completely given up hope. Sending virtual hugs to all our Dishers who are in the midst of their own journey. Sometimes it helps to know you are not alone.  

[Lady Willoughby]

Congratulations to them. They look happier than I have ever seen them in those pictures.

[Future Crayon]

As much as we rag on them, I think I can say we're all happy and relieved for them with this wonderful news - that sort of pressure where one MUST have at least one child has to be horrific. Steph must be monstrously relieved to have that scrutiny over and done with.

Bless them - I have a suspicion it's been a hard road. Here's to May!

Completely agree 

[SouthernBelle]

Congratulations to the parents-to-be! I know they must be over the moon. 

[Antevorta]

Such a happy day!  I am truly excited for Gui and Steph and I wish them a happy, healthy pregnancy and a safe delivery!

I think this news also explains why she may have looked a bit rough on the last few outings.  I hope that this blessing of new life brings Stephanie some comfort and peace over the loss of her parents.

Can't wait for May!

[thecrownjewelthief]

Me too !
As someone who is suffering from fertility problems myself and is undergoing treatments since May I can easily understand how happy they must be and I really wish her a good pregnancy and a healthy baby!

Good luck to you Marieke! May you and your partner have a happy result!

Thank you so much! It have been difficult years since we are trying to have a baby. The miscarriage last year was and is difficult to process and then the news that we need medication because my body doesn't do what is has to do. In August the news that I needed an operation because I had a cyste in my ovary and later find out that there were other things wrong in there. Starting again and changing medication in october. And now this week hearing that another attempt failed and that we have to consider taking it to another level and probably starting in some months with ivf. It has been a rough journey. But as long as there is possibility for treatment there is hope!

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My journey was similar to yours. After 12 years of trying and multiple miscarriages, we pretty much gave up on the idea. We were discussing going to Croatia (this was right after the war) to adopt a baby as my cousin was the nun who ran  one of the orphanages. Then lightning struck, all on it's own.  It seems like five minutes ago, but now she is a senior in high school. The thing to remember is that there are many children in the world who need a home. You will be a mother, even if it wasn't the way you originally  planned.

Thank you for this sentiment too  

[gem]

It's about time!!!!!! I'm very happy for them

[YellowPoppy]

I don't think I've ever been so moved or happy by royal news like this!

I couldn't agree more !!! I'm really SO happy !!

They haven’t been public about it but it’s clear they have struggled. Infertility and loss is a pain you couldn’t imagine unless you go through it yourself. It is hell and I don’t wish it on anyone. Sending virtual hugs to all our Dishers who are in the midst of their own journey. Sometimes it helps to know you are not alone.  

Hugs to you too! I have my miracle kicking and moving in my womb. I try to enjoy every single minute of it. And I hope I'll never forget how long I wished for him and that I'll never take it for granted. 

[Sops2]

https://www.shutterstock....tume-sitting-next-2038934

I shall just put a link to this little sweetheart here- royalty free !!!!