Kate Middleton’s baby is due in July

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Kate Middleton and Prince William's first child is expected in July, St. James's Palace has announced.

According to the BBC, the Duchess of Cambridge, who had previously been hospitalized for severe morning sickness, is feeling much better.

The Huffington Post speculated that the palace's announcement indicates that the Duchess has had her 12-week scan.

"The due date looks likely to be around mid-July," the outlet added.

The palace has also confirmed that the couple is expecting one child — not twins — but would not comment on the baby's sex, the Associated Press reported.

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