I’m sure you’ve all heard by now that the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are expecting their third child and we don’t have long to wait until the Duchess gives birth! She will do so at the Lindo Wing of St Mary’s Hospital in London where recently barriers were put up and parking has been suspended in preparation for the arrival. The Duke of Cambridge, his son and daughter George and Charlotte were all born in same wing and the incoming addition to the Royal Family will be delivered by the same medical team who delivered Princess Charlotte in 2015.

The Royal Baby will be fifth in line to the throne behind it’s Grandfather Prince Charles, its Dad Prince William, older Brother Prince George and older Sister Princess Charlotte. As you can imagine, the Royal Baby is rather a big deal in Britain. The Royal family is greatly beloved by the majority of UK dwellers so of course here at My Bear Shop we’re going to be celebrating in our own special teddy bear themed way!

Like the royal couple, we’re also expecting a new teddy-shaped arrival to the My Bear Shop family… and conveniently it’s expected around the same time as Kate and Will’s little miracle. So, we’re going to be naming our special royal bear after the Royal Baby. Of course, at this point we don’t know whether the Royal Baby will be a boy or girl and we don’t know whether our bear will be either or what it will be called so we’d love to hear your guesses!

Currently the bookies favourite names include Alice, Elizabeth, Grace, Sophie and Henrietta for a girl or Arthur, Edward, Philip, Frederick or Charles for a boy – we just can’t wait to find out!

In preparation for the royal arrival, we’re looking at our top five favourite royal and majestic bears. Why not celebrate the Royal Baby by getting yourself a royal treat!

1. Mr Bean Guardsmen

Mr Bean is a well-loved British sitcom starring Rowan Atkinson. This Beanie Baby celebrates Ty’s interpretation of Mr Bean’s loving companion bear ‘Teddy’. Today, Teddy is dressed as a guardsman from the Queen’s guard.

2. Princess Di Teddy Bear

This limited edition Steiff bear celebrates the late Princess Diana – an iconic figure of the 20th century. The bear is made from the finest white mohair, is fully jointed, and has sparkling two-tone eyes. The bear’s paws feature the word ‘Diana’ on one paw and ‘Queen of Hearts’ on the other.

3. London Beefeater Bear

This handmade bear by Keel portrays a Beefeater and is the perfect London souvenir. Beefeater’s, also known as the Yeomen Warders of Her Majesty’s Royal Palace, are the ceremonial guards of Buckingham Palace and the Tower of London.

4. London Policeman Bear

Also by Keel, this adorable London Policeman bear is handmade with the finest materials and portrays a slightly cuter version of a London policeman – easily recognised by their famous uniform and hat.

5. London Guardsman Bear

London Guardsman are the personal bodyguards to Her Majesty the Queen of England. The British Army has regiments of both Horse Guards and Foot Guards who are responsible for guarding the Sovereign’s palaces. This bear is handmade by Keel and could be your own personal guardsman!

Keep a look out for our Royal Bear announcement, and in the meantime take a look at our full range of bears!