Princess Beatrice recently stated that her daughter's premature birth experience made her feel "humbled." Her daughter, Sienna Elizabeth Mapelli Mozzi, was born weeks early on January 22 at the Chelsea and Westminster Hospital in London, weighing 4lbs 5oz (2kg). The experience was both challenging and eye-opening for the royal family.
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04-03, 2025Princess Beatrice, granddaughter of the late Queen Elizabeth II, wrote in the UK edition of Vogue magazine published on Sunday: "There is nothing that can prepare you for the moment when you realise your baby is going to arrive early – it’s almost impossible to control." She further emphasized the lack of preparedness one can truly have in such situations.
Princess Beatrice, 36, who was appointed as the new patron of the premature baby charity Borne earlier this month, stated that she is currently working to raise awareness of women's health. Buckingham Palace announced the princess's second pregnancy last October. However, routine scans soon showed that their "precious cargo" needed close monitoring, and Princess Beatrice and her husband, Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, were told to prepare for a premature birth. This led to a period of heightened anxiety and vigilance for the couple.
“What I have learnt from this process has been humbling,” the Princess wrote. Although she acknowledged that she was fortunate to have access to the services of an "extraordinary" medical team, Princess Beatrice revealed that the uncertainty she experienced left her feeling "utterly terrified of the unknown." She wrote: "Like countless other expectant mothers, in the weeks before delivery, I lay awake trying to monitor every kick and wriggle in my tummy, asking myself a million times over ‘what if this happens, or what if that happens?'" This fear is a common experience for many pregnant women facing similar situations.
Princess Beatrice described what it was like when Athena was born, writing that the newborn was "so tiny, it took weeks for the tears of relief to dry." She said: "I am delighted to report that Athena is doing really well and that I have some answers about what happened, but still no definitive explanations." Princess Beatrice stated that she hopes sharing her story will support other mothers experiencing the same uncertainty and that she hopes women's health "won't be off the agenda." By sharing her personal journey, she aims to connect with and support other mothers facing similar challenges.
She added: "My joy and fear in pregnancy and motherhood are the same as millions of other women around the world." Princess Beatrice married her millionaire property tycoon husband in a private ceremony in 2020. The couple also has a three-year-old daughter named Sienna. Mr. Mapelli Mozzi has an eight-year-old son named Wolfie from a previous relationship. Princess Beatrice is the eldest daughter of the Duke and Duchess of York, Sarah Ferguson, and is ninth in line to the British throne. She has worked with several charities, including the Teenage Cancer Trust, and co-founded Big Change, an organization that helps young people develop life skills beyond academic subjects. Her dedication to charitable causes highlights her commitment to making a positive impact on society.
