

'They recognise songs they have heard, and they certainly recognise their mother’s and their father’s voices. 'It has been shown time and time again that babies recognise what they have experienced in the womb after they are born,' she told FEMAIL. Katharine also warned that conversely, any stress caused by criticism directed at mothers-to-be could cause the hormone cortisol to be released, with the potential for negative effects on an unborn child. Katharine explained that touching her bump will help Meghan feel calm, releasing the so-called 'feel-good' hormone oxytocin, which goes directly to the placenta to positively affect her baby, and can even help stave off post-natal depression after the birth. Katherine Graves, founder of KG Hypnobirthing, told FEMAIL that when mothers-to-be put their hands on their bumps in hypnobirthing classes, the 'baby responds every time'.Įven if the gesture is solely a comforting gesture for Meghan herself, that will 'have a profound effect on her baby', said Katherine, who helps train midwives working at the Lindo Wing, where the Duchess of Cambridge gave birth, before adding that 'it's a positive thing for both mum and baby to touch and reassure'.

However the response was not solely positive with some on Twitter criticising the pregnant Duchess for 'touching her stomach too much', branding it 'irritating' and 'smug'.īut now an expert has revealed why Meghan's tendency to keep a protective arm or two draped over her expanding stomach could positively impact her unborn child. The royal's surprise appearance at the glitzy ceremony at the Royal Albert Hall - where she presented her wedding dress designer Clare Waight Keller with the British womenswear designer of the year award - left many fans delighted by the glimpse of Meghan's blossoming bump on display. A glowing Meghan Markle set social media ablaze as she was photographed proudly cradling her baby bump on stage at the British Fashion Awards on Monday evening.
