Sussex Royal share adorable photo of The Queen meeting newborn baby Archie in Windsor today

8 May 2019, 16:47 | Updated: 15 May 2019, 12:10

The Queen met her grandson earlier today
The Queen met her grandson earlier today. Picture: PA/ Chris Allerton - copyright SussexRoyal

The Queen met her grandson for the first time today - as Meghan Markle and Prince Harry stepped out as a family for the first time this afternoon

The Queen met her grandson Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor for the first time today as she visited new parents Meghan Markle and Prince Harry in Windsor.

The new parents, who unveiled their son at a photocall earlier today, shared a photo of the meeting on Instagram - and also announced the baby's adorable name.

They wrote: "The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are pleased to announce they have named their first born child:

"Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor

"This afternoon Their Royal Highnesses introduced Her Majesty The Queen to her eighth great-grandchild at Windsor Castle. The Duke of Edinburgh and The Duchess’ mother were also present for this special occasion."

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The baby is The Queen's eighth great-grandchild, and seventh in line to the throne.

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The Duke and Duchess of Sussex unveiled their new baby in a photocall earlier today.

Meghan and Harry showed off their baby son to the press earlier today
Meghan and Harry showed off their baby son to the press earlier today. Picture: PA

Speaking to the press, Meghan said: “It's magic. It's pretty amazing. I mean, I have the two best guys in the world so I'm really happy.

"He has the sweetest temperament. He's really calm."