Princess Eugenie has reportedly decided that her father, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, will not be present at the hospital when she gives birth to her third child this summer, according to a report from Closer Magazine. The 35-year-old royal and her husband, Jack Brooksbank, are preparing to welcome their third child, already parents to sons August, five, and Ernest, three.
Eugenie Prioritizes Privacy Amid Media Scrutiny
The decision comes after months of intense media scrutiny involving members of the royal family. An unnamed source told Closer Magazine that Eugenie is determined to keep the birth as private as possible, avoiding unnecessary attention. The source said, "Eugenie's priority is to have the birth with the absolute minimum of fuss," adding that she wants to prevent the hospital from becoming a spectacle.
The insider claimed that Eugenie intends for the occasion to remain a private family moment rather than a focus of public speculation. She is reportedly focused on creating a calm and stress-free environment ahead of the birth.
Andrew Reportedly Upset by Exclusion
The alleged decision has not gone down well with Andrew, who reportedly views it as a personal rejection. The source claimed that Andrew believes he should be able to share in the special occasion as a grandfather. Sarah Ferguson, Eugenie's mother, is also reportedly disappointed, though she has taken a gentler approach. The source alleged that Ferguson has appealed to her daughter to reconsider, hoping to meet her newest grandchild as soon as possible after the birth.
Jack Brooksbank Supports His Wife
Jack Brooksbank is reportedly standing firmly behind Eugenie's decision. According to the insider, he has encouraged her to focus on her own wellbeing and not feel pressured into changing her plans to keep other family members happy. The source added that Eugenie has tried to explain that the decision is not intended to exclude anyone personally, but rather to ensure a peaceful environment for herself and her family during one of the most important moments of their lives.
It is also alleged that she intends for relatives to meet the baby after she has had time to recover and settle in with her newborn.
Background of Family Scrutiny
The reported disagreement comes after months of renewed public attention surrounding the York family. Both Eugenie and her sister Princess Beatrice have continued to attract scrutiny despite largely maintaining private lives. Neither Princess Eugenie, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, Sarah Ferguson, Jack Brooksbank, nor Buckingham Palace has publicly commented on the reported claims.
Princess Eugenie's pregnancy was announced earlier this year, with the couple expected to welcome their third child in the coming weeks.
