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    Kate Middleton Reveals Due Date And Shortlist Of Baby Names

    Kate Middleton spoke to well-wishers in Glasgow about her upcoming arrival

    By Rebecca Twomey
    Published 5 April 2013 In News

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    Kate Middleton spoke to well-wishers in Glasgow about her upcoming arrival

    Kate Middleton appeared happy to chat to the public about her pregnancy as she accompanied Prince William on a visit to Glasgow on Thursday even revealing her baby’s due date.

    KATE MIDDLETON WEARS TARTAN FOR GLASGOW VISIT WITH PRINCE WILLIAM

    During a visit to a Quarriers homeless shelter in the city centre, Kate Middleton spoke to the charity’s project manager, Rachel Sawyer confirming that the royal baby’s due date is mid-July and that she’s already compiled a shortlist of names.

    In response to questions about the most famous foetus in the world, the Duchess of Cambridge replied: ‘It's around mid-July but apparently babies have their own agenda...

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    ‘We have a shortlist for both [boys and girls names] but it's very difficult.’

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    But when you’re the future queen help is always on hand to assist you in choosing the perfect moniker. The royal also revealed her friends have been on board to send their suggestions via text messages.

    Duchess Kate has honoured all of her commitments this year throughout her pregnancy and is showing no signs of slowing down but she did tell well-wishers she’ll be going on maternity leave from royal duties in June.

    We think she deserves a rest!

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