Crown Princess Victoria & Prince Daniel Expect First Child in March 2012

[LadyFinn]

The finnish tabloid Iltasanomat speculates if Victoria will be able to meet president Halonen on 21st February, because she looks already ready to give birth.
- This visit has been planned for a long time, it is one of the President's farewell visits. We haven´t got more information on the schedule yet, said the head of Press Relations, Eila Nevalainen.
The swedish royal family and the President of Finland have traditionally had a very warm relationship. Nevalainen expects that this visit will be warl and friendly meeting, and it might be that president Halonen will also remember the child of the crown princess.
- It is possible that the president will take with her some souvenirs, as is customary in many cases in these meetings. But what then would be the gift, we will talk about it when it is time to give it, Nevalainen said mysteriously.
Ehtiikö Victoria tavata Halosen ennen synnytystä? – Katso mahakuva - Ilta-Sanomat

[marine2109]

So announce the Royal House of Sweden the impending birth of the firstborn of Princess Victoria

Así anunciará la Casa Real de Suecia el inminente nacimiento del primogénito de la princesa Victoria

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[LadyFinn]

At Aftonbladet Plus:

Victoria: It's so close now
Victoria and Daniel in an exclusive interview on:
The birth date
The support from the family
The child growing up on Haga
The first Image

The countdown has begun: Soon the heir will be born in Sweden.
In an exclusive interview with Aftonbladet's Mattias Sandberg Crown Princess Victoria, 34, and Prince Daniel, 38, tell of the emotions before becoming parents, who can take the first picture, and when they think the child will be born.
Victoria: Det är så nära nu | Victoria och Daniel i en exklusiv intervju om nedkomstdatumet, stödet från familjen, barnets uppväxt på Haga och första bilden | Nyheter | Aftonbladet

Iltalehti quotes Aftonbladet:
Victoria tells that the birth date of her child is either in the end of February or at the beginning of March. But one never knows, the child can be born now or come a little late. She also reveals that the grandfather, the king, will take the first photo.
Kuningas ottaa ensimmäisen kuvan Victorian vauvasta | Viihde | Iltalehti.fi

[MagMil]

Originally Posted by LadyFinn

At Aftonbladet Plus:

Victoria: It's so close now
Victoria and Daniel in an exclusive interview on:
The birth date
The support from the family
The child growing up on Haga
The first Image

The countdown has begun: Soon the heir will be born in Sweden.
In an exclusive interview with Aftonbladet's Mattias Sandberg Crown Princess Victoria, 34, and Prince Daniel, 38, tell of the emotions before becoming parents, who can take the first picture, and when they think the child will be born.
Victoria: Det är så nära nu | Victoria och Daniel i en exklusiv intervju om nedkomstdatumet, stödet från familjen, barnets uppväxt på Haga och första bilden | Nyheter | Aftonbladet

Iltalehti quotes Aftonbladet:
Victoria tells that the birth date of her child is either in the end of February or at the beginning of March. But one never knows, the child can be born now or come a little late. She also reveals that the grandfather, the king, will take the first photo.
Kuningas ottaa ensimmäisen kuvan Victorian vauvasta | Viihde | Iltalehti.fi

How nice and kind gesture for the king

[grevinnan]

King Carl Gustav is an accomplished photographer so we can expect a very nice photo.

[LadyFinn]

Victoria of the birth:
She thinks that to be able to give a sense of security is probably among the most important thing you can do for your child.
She also highlights the great support she received from her parents, King Carl XVI Gustaf and Queen Silvia, they have been a huge support.
Därför hoppas kronprinsessan att förlossningen dröjer - Victoria: 'Jag vill inte att den ska komma nu' - MSN Starlounge
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[grevinnan]

On the question " vem får ta den första bilden" loosely translated to "who will be given the opportunity to take the first photo" CP Victoria responds "det blir nog pappa" again loosely translated "it will probably be dad". Not quite so definitive as it has been reported in the press. Considering that the newborn will be the heir to the heir it certainly is very poignant and symbolic with the grandfather who also happens to be a great photographer taking the first photo we will see.

[grevinnan]

Originally Posted by grevinnan

On the question " vem får ta den första bilden" loosely translated to "who will be given the opportunity to take the first photo" CP Victoria responds "det blir nog pappa" again loosely translated "it will probably be dad". Not quite so definitive as it has been reported in the press. Considering that the newborn will be the heir to the heir it certainly is very poignant and symbolic with the grandfather who also happens to be a great photographer taking the first photo we will see.

I believe the first few years of the CP and her siblings photos from Solliden were taken by the King. So many of his photos have been the "official" since his own children were small.

[kathia_sophia]

^cant wait to see then the picture if it becomes official!

Originally Posted by LadyFinn

Iltalehti quotes Aftonbladet:
Victoria tells that the birth date of her child is either in the end of February or at the beginning of March. But one never knows, the child can be born now or come a little late.

all in this board were correct to say that the child will be probably still born on February as Victoria's looks ready to give birth. so its either the last week of February or 1st week of March, no wonder her last engagement is 21st.
its coming soon guys!!!!!

[grevinnan]

I would have been willing to put money on a bet that the baby would be born by now. CP Victoria certainly has been looking ready to give birth for quite some time. She certainly fooled me.

[American Dane]

Originally Posted by grevinnan

I would have been willing to put money on a bet that the baby would be born by now. CP Victoria certainly has been looking ready to give birth for quite some time. She certainly fooled me.

I Agree! I thought the baby was coming in December so the two of them certainly fooled me also...

[CrownPrincess5]

Will there be a photo op of Victoria and baby when they leave the hospital? It's been so long since the Swedish royals welcomed a new baby that I'm not sure how this works.

[LadyFinn]

Originally Posted by CrownPrincess5

Will there be a photo op of Victoria and baby when they leave the hospital? It's been so long since the Swedish royals welcomed a new baby that I'm not sure how this works.

We shall see if they arrange a photo session. It wasn´t mentioned in the court´s press release.
Tradition and customs on the occasion of a royal birth - Sveriges Kungahus

The odds for the name according to swedish game companies
Här är de troligaste namnen - Sverige - gp

[Stefan]

Originally Posted by CrownPrincess5

Will there be a photo op of Victoria and baby when they leave the hospital? It's been so long since the Swedish royals welcomed a new baby that I'm not sure how this works.

It's not even known if she will give birth in the Hospital or not. Queen Silvia gave birth to Victoria in hosptial but Carl Philip and Madeleine were both born at home.

[Adamari]

Originally Posted by grevinnan

I would have been willing to put money on a bet that the baby would be born by now. CP Victoria certainly has been looking ready to give birth for quite some time. She certainly fooled me.

Some pregnant women carry their baby all out in front.

[Patra]

Originally Posted by LadyFinn

We shall see if they arrange a photo session. It wasn´t mentioned in the court´s press release.
Tradition and customs on the occasion of a royal birth - Sveriges Kungahus

The odds for the name according to swedish game companies
Här är de troligaste namnen - Sverige - gp

Wow it's really getting close now! In less than a month we will likely have a new heir to the Swedish Royal Throne! Thanks for posting link of what will transpire!

[LadyGabrielle]

I think Anna is a great name. Anna Victoria maybe? How exciting, the time is close now. Do you think there might be something on the tele about it? Would be nice to see the celebrations.

[Hans-Rickard]

We don´t know yet if there will be something on the tv. After Victoria, Carl Philip and Madeleine was born the Chief Press Secretary to the Royal Court called to press conference after the King had finished the counsil with the government and revealed the names and the title to the press. I´m sure it will be something like this. I also guess that the service of thanksgiving held in the palace church 1 or 2 days after the birth will be broadcasted in Sweden.

[grevinnan]

Originally Posted by Hans-Rickard

We don´t know yet if there will be something on the tv. After Victoria, Carl Philip and Madeleine was born the Chief Press Secretary to the Royal Court called to press conference after the King had finished the counsil with the government and revealed the names and the title to the press. I´m sure it will be something like this. I also guess that the service of thanksgiving held in the palace church 1 or 2 days after the birth will be broadcasted in Sweden.

The royal court has announced the procedure they will adhere to when the baby is born. Available both on the royal website and on this board.

[Hans-Rickard]

Originally Posted by grevinnan

The royal court has announced the procedure they will adhere to when the baby is born. Available both on the royal website and on this board.

I know :) But they did not say if it will be something on the tv. I just speculated about things they haven't announced yet.