Premature birth can be incredibly lonely, says Beatrice

Published: 11/17/2025
Premature birth can be incredibly lonely, says Beatrice
Princess Beatrice opens up about the loneliness of premature birth, sharing her experience ahead of World Prematurity Day. Becoming a patron of premature birth research charity Borne, she reflects on the challenges and lack of control that come with early delivery. Beatrice hopes to raise awareness and support research to address the 15 million premature births annually worldwide, with complications leading to neonatal death and disabilities.