The Royal family has revealed that Princess Beatrice is pregnant with her second child.

The 36-year-old granddaughter of the late Queen Elizabeth, and her husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi will welcome their second child in the UK’s spring. The couple also has a three-year-old daughter, Sienna, and Edoardo has an eight-year-old son, Wolfie, from a previous relationship.

Buckingham Palace released a statement on social media, saying, “Her Royal Highness Princess Beatrice and Mr Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi are very pleased to announce that they are expecting their second child together in early spring; a sibling for Wolfie and Sienna.

“His Majesty The King has been informed and both families are delighted with the news.”

The Princess’ mum, Sarah Ferguson, was also thrilled with the news, writing on social media, “A very proud GiGi/Mum today. Such an incredible blessing and an embrace to my heart.

“Wolfie, August, Ernie and Sienna will be over the moon to have the fifth member of the five aside!”

She also penned a sweet note to her daughter, which read:

“Darling Beatrice. Words cannot quite express the joy and excitement I feel as you and Edo prepare to welcome another precious addition to your beautiful family. Becoming a granny again fills my heart with so much happiness and gratitude. Watching you grow as a mother has been one of the greatest privileges of my life, and now to see your family blossom further is an absolute blessing.”