Meghan Markle Reportedly "Felt Sorry" For Kate Middleton & Those Post-Baby Hospital Photos

Allie Gemmill

Do we finally have a reason to hush those raging rumors that Meghan, Duchess of Sussex and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge are at odds with one another? It’s been a difficult month for Kate, following cryptic news reports that she is at war with her friend and countryside neighbor, Rose Hanbury, the Marchioness of Cholmondeley. Now, sources are saying the still-pregnant Meghan has come forward with sympathy for Kate as it’s being reported that Meghan “feels sorry” for Kate’s post-delivery Lindo Wing photocalls.

Even if you’re vaguely familiar with the royal family, you know that it’s tradition for a royal couple to give birth at the Lindo Wing at St. Mary’s Hospital in London and it’s also tradition for the royal couple to appear on the steps of the Lindo Wing, looking fresh-faced and calm as they present their royal baby to the world. Now, this tradition is pretty horrific because it requires the mother to immediately get all fixed up after pushing a tiny human out of her body and act like she’s not recovering from a major life event as paparazzi push cameras in her face and the face of her baby. To date, royal mums who have done this include the late Princess Diana with both her sons and Kate with her children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis.

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As reported by Page Six, a source close to Meghan says the duchess “felt sorry” for Kate being forced to hop out of her hospital bed, get into full hair and make-up and look perfect hours after giving birth, all for the sake of a photocall. While Kate has never spoken out about whether or not she feels uncomfortable with the entire situation, it’s nice to know that Meghan allegedly feels for her and now knows how difficult that would be now that she’s about to give birth for the first time. On the other hand, Meghan’s alleged sympathy can just add fuel to the fire and incite ire from Kate and the public alike. When everything Meghan does turned into a negative, it’s not far fetched to anticipate the British press turning on her for this as well.

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Just one week ago, The Duke and Duchess of Sussex asked that you kindly consider supporting various organisations around the world in lieu of sending gifts for the upcoming arrival of their first born. Not only did many of you lend your support, you took action. Their Royal Highnesses wanted you to know the impact of your support – the direct effect your donation, energy, and action made! YOU chose to be part of the collective good, and you have made a real difference. Whether a $5 donation, £1000 contribution, offering to volunteer, or spreading the word – you’ve played your part. And on behalf of The Duke and Duchess (and Baby Sussex), we thank you so much. YOUR IMPACT: @thelunchboxfund will now be able to provide a minimum of 100,000 additional hot nutritionally fortified meals to children in dire need across South Africa @littlevillagehq received donations from all over the world (from UAE to Hong Kong and the US), they’ve increased their monthly donors, had a surge in volunteer applications, and re-energized their hard working team of 200+ staff and volunteers @wellchild can now provide 300+ additional hours of specialist care by a Well Child Nurse for a child with serious health needs, allowing families to stay together at home vs in hospital @Baby2Baby have received over 5,000 products to disperse to children in need, including cribs, books, backpacks, diapers and have received monetary donations from around the globe – from Guadalajara to Italy. You made this happen. Thank you.

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Meghan and husband Prince Harry have been honest about the fact that they plan to once again break with tradition and skip the Lindo Wing shenanigans in favor of having a home birth and announcing the arrival of Baby Sussex when they feel comfortable. A statement released about the couple’s plans reads: “Their Royal Highnesses have taken a personal decision to keep the plans around the arrival of their baby private. The Duke and Duchess look forward to sharing the exciting news with everyone once they have had an opportunity to celebrate privately as a new family.” The royal couple’s birth plan is not the only thing that has been breaking with tradition when it comes to the impending arrival of their first born. In addition to announcing the arrival of their baby on their own terms, Meghan and Harry also announced on their Instagram in early April that they would ask well-wishers to donate to charities of their choice in lieu of gifts and flowers.

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