For years, there have been doubts surrounding the birth of Archie Mountbatten-Windsor at Portland Hospital in London.

In a recent documentary, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle shed light on their decision not to follow the royal family tradition of posing for a photo on the hospital steps after giving birth.

The couple revealed that there were concerns about Meghan’s delivery, which led them to prioritize her well-being over the traditional photo op.

In episode 4 of the Netflix series, Meghan explained, “I’d been really worried going into that labor because I’m older and I didn’t know if I’d have to have a c-section.”

She emphasized her trust in her long-standing relationship with her doctor, who was not based at the Portland Hospital.

The palace, however, insisted on the photo being taken at the hospital steps.

To find a compromise, Meghan suggested a photo call in front of Portland Hospital’s emergency room entrance, but this idea was deemed unfeasible due to the inability to barricade the streets and the potential threat it posed to the hospital’s operations.

Despite the couple’s efforts to find a solution, a TikToker, claiming to be a private maternity nurse, recently challenged Meghan’s explanation.

In a TikTok video, this nurse alleged that Meghan’s statement about Portland Hospital was false.

According to her, the hospital does not have an emergency department or A&E, contradicting Meghan’s claim that they couldn’t take a photo outside the hospital due to her difficult delivery.

The nurse further stated that if there were any complications, Meghan would have been transported by ambulance to the nearest NHS A&E.

She also pointed out that people usually choose Portland Hospital for its celebrity status, rather than its medical facilities.

The nurse’s TikTok video raised questions about Meghan’s assertion that she had to go to Portland Hospital because her doctor worked there.

She argued that doctors can attend births at any hospital of the mother’s choice.

To support her claim, she mentioned other high-profile figures like Victoria Beckham, Liz Hurley, and Sarah Ferguson, who had given birth at Portland Hospital.

Victoria Beckham even had pictures taken outside the hospital when her son Brooklyn was born, and Sarah Ferguson had a photo call there with Princess Beatrice and later with Princess Eugenie.

The nurse’s remarks cast doubt on Meghan’s understanding of the hospital’s facilities.

In his memoir, Prince Harry described the scene at London’s Portland Hospital during Archie’s birth in May 2019.

He admitted using nitrous oxide, commonly known as laughing gas, to enhance his mood and calm his nerves.

Harry mentioned enjoying Nando’s Chicken, brought by his bodyguards, and taking hits of laughing gas while Meghan remained calm on a giant purple ball, a method believed to aid natural childbirth.

However, when a nurse attempted to administer laughing gas to Meghan for pain relief, they discovered that the tank was empty.

Harry humorously recounted the nurse’s realization that he had used it all, apologizing meekly for the shortage.

Eventually, doctors decided to administer an epidural to ease Meghan’s pain, leading to a change in the atmosphere in the delivery room.

After a brief concern about the possibility of the baby being tangled in the umbilical cord, Archie was born safely, bringing tears of joy to both parents’ eyes.

Harry’s memoir offers a glimpse into the emotional rollercoaster they experienced during their son’s birth.

The controversy surrounding Archie’s birth at Portland Hospital continues to spark debate.

While Meghan and Harry prioritize their privacy and well-being, critics question the accuracy of their statements.

As the couple shares their experiences, the public remains divided on the matter.

Ultimately, the truth lies in the personal accounts of those involved, leaving us to ponder the complexities of childbirth and the choices made by the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.