Homeward bound! Princess Sofia and Prince Carl Philip introduced their newborn Prince on Friday, September 1, with a sweetsnapshot as they departed Danderyd Hospital. The Swedish Royal Court releasedthe family photo with a message that read: “The Prince family has left thehospital and is now home at Villa Solbacken.”
The couple left the hospital with their newborn Prince onSeptember 1 Photo: The Royal Court, Sweden
The proud parents-of-two posed, holding hands, as their newbundle of joy sat in his car seat at their feet. Sofia looked incredible in thephoto, showing off an impressive post-baby body merely one day after giving birth. The royal wore atired white top, grey jacket and casual jeans and sneakers.
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The pair’s baby boy, who was born on August 31, joinsbig brother Prince Alexander. After welcoming his second son, abeaming Prince Carl Philip, 38, chatted with members of the media, saying: “Itfeels great, pure joy! He seems to be a very charming little boy and Sofia is awonderful mom. It's overwhelming.”
Carl and Sofia, who are also parents to Prince Alexander,welcomed their second son on August 31 Photo: Erika Gerdemark, TheRoyal Court, Sweden
Sofia and the Prince welcomed their first child,one-year-old Prince Alexander, in April of 2016. Last summer, the couple openedup about the joys of parenthood. Sofia told Sweden's Svenskdam, “It'samazing," adding, “Having children changes your whole life.” She alsonoted, "[Alexander] is very sweet and well-behaved." Carl alsodiscussed his new role as a first-time dad telling the outlet that it took“some adjustment, of course, but it is still absolutely amazing andwonderful."
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The pair's new bundle of joy marks the sixth grandchild forQueen Silvia and King Carl XVI Gustaf. Aside from Sofia and Carl’s sons, themonarchs are also grandparents to daughter Crown Princess Victoria’s childrenPrincess Estelle and Prince Oscar, in addition to Princess Madeleine’s kidsPrincess Leonore and Prince Nicolas. Prince Alexander and his little brotherwill gain a new cousin in 2018 when their aunt Princess Madeleine gives birthto her third child.