Let’s talk about the magic of threes, shall we? If there’s one thing we learned from the iconic show Charmed, it’s the undeniable power of three. And it seems the same charm has worked its way into the lives of Kate Middleton and Prince William. The couple is expecting their third child, but as it turns out, getting William on board for baby number three wasn’t exactly a walk in the park. It’s been a week since Kensington Palace made the official announcement that the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are expecting their third bundle of joy together. But here’s the kicker—Kate, who’s 35, is once again battling severe morning sickness, known in medical terms as hyperemesis gravidarum. This condition is no joke, and it’s why Kate had to miss Prince George’s first day of school.

Now, let’s dive a little deeper into the backstory. Given the challenges Kate faces with this condition, it’s understandable that William, also 35, wasn’t exactly jumping at the idea of putting his wife through that hardship for a third time. According to recent reports, "Kate had to sweet talk a more ‘reluctant’ William into having another addition to their family.” An insider shared with the Sunday Express, “Kate always wanted more than two children, but it was William who needed some persuading. Growing up as one of three siblings, Kate envisioned having at least a trio of kids. On the other hand, William, who was one of two, was more hesitant. Let’s not forget, George was quite the handful as a baby.”

A Royal Family Growing Stronger

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But then along came Princess Charlotte, and things shifted. “Charlotte was a lot easier, and now the idea of a newborn doesn’t seem nearly as daunting. They’ve done it twice before, and they’ve got their entire staff ready to help,” the insider added. This third baby marks a significant break from tradition for the modern royal family. Kate and William are the first couple in Queen Elizabeth’s immediate family to have a third child in 58 years! While Queen Elizabeth herself has four children, all her kids, including Prince Charles, Princess Anne, Prince Andrew, and Prince Edward, have only two children each.

William’s Change of Heart

It seems that William has come around to the idea of expanding their family. After the official announcement, the proud father of two expressed his delight at the news of another addition to their clan. However, he did admit that sleep is in short supply at home right now. “We just need Kate to get through this tough first phase, and then we can start celebrating next week,” he said with a hopeful tone.

Kate’s uncle, Gary Goldsmith, seems to think his niece might not be stopping at just three. “She’s a natural mother. I wonder if she’ll stop at three? I doubt it. They’re having such a blast with the babies,” he playfully tweeted. Despite the challenges of the first trimester, Kate and William are receiving immense support from their closest friends and family. And no matter how unwell Kate may feel, her joy is undeniable. George, 4, and Charlotte, 2, are beyond excited to meet their new sibling.

The Royal Announcement

Our source revealed that the royal parents sat down with George and Charlotte the day before the official palace announcement. “George was absolutely thrilled, telling his parents that he was going to be the best big brother ever,” the insider shared with Woman’s Day.