The air of mystery surrounding Archie started with Meghan’s ever-changing baby bump.

Many began to question whether Archie Mountbatten-Windsor was truly born at Portland Hospital in London.

Despite being born at 5:26 am on May 6th, 2019, the palace did not announce anything about the birth until 2 pm that afternoon.

When the announcement finally came, it was misleading, suggesting that Meghan had just gone into labor, when in reality, she and Harry were already home with Archie.

This decision famously angered Prince William, Harry’s older brother, who had followed the long-standing royal tradition of presenting his children to the public shortly after birth.

However, Harry and Meghan consciously chose to break away from this tradition.

According to Benjamin Smallbrook-Ancora, a well-connected source, the Royal Communications Office was suggested that Meghan Markle had used a surrogate.

However, no confirmation or denial was given in response to this claim.

When Meghan first announced her pregnancy, she revealed that the baby was due in the spring, providing a vague due date.

Journalists seized upon this information, claiming it as proof of a suspicious pregnancy and the use of a surrogate to bring Archie into the world.

Newsrooms across the UK quickly spread this leaked information, much to Meghan’s dismay.

On May 6th, 2019, Meghan eventually gave birth to Archie, with some journalists who were in the know confirming that the baby arrived by taxi.

Reporters who had previously enjoyed a good working relationship with the Royal Communications Office sensed that something was amiss as they faced closed doors and limited access.

Intrigue and speculation began to swirl around this unprecedented royal birth.

The initial press release from the palace falsely indicated that Meghan was currently in labor, despite the fact that she had already given birth hours earlier.

The media and the public were being deceived.

When the media pressed for answers, the claim that Meghan had used a surrogate was met with silence from the Royal Communications Office, neither confirming nor denying the allegation.

Traditionally, the royal mother would be photographed standing on the hospital steps shortly after giving birth.

However, Meghan insisted that the birth should not be announced until they had returned home, which was uncharacteristic for someone who typically craves publicity, according to netizens.

Inconsistencies surrounding Archie’s birth also emerged from comments made by Prince Harry himself.

His remark about seeing a child change so much in the first two weeks puzzled many.

Was Archie actually older than what was officially released?

Furthermore, Archie’s public debut occurred two or three days after his birth, leading to speculation about whether Harry’s slip of the tongue was accidental or intentional.

Observers noted Meghan’s reaction to Harry’s comment during the press conference, though it was not captured on camera.

It became apparent that Archie had arrived sometime in late April, raising further questions.

While the surrogacy rumors were set aside, the location of Archie’s birth remained uncertain.

Initially, it was reported that Meghan had a home birth, but the birth certificate stated Portland Hospital.

In May 2021, two years after Archie’s birth, The Express published an article claiming that Meghan had indeed desired a hospital birth.

The conflicting information left readers confused.

Additionally, there were questions surrounding Meghan’s preference for female doctors.

Some wondered why she exclusively wanted female OBGYNs and physicians, as there is nothing inherently wrong with male medical professionals.

The birth of Archie Mountbatten-Windsor remains shrouded in mystery, with inconsistencies and unanswered questions lingering.