He's a natural! New father Prince Harry reveals he 'can't imagine life' without Archie as he meets patients and their families at Oxford Children's Hospital - but admits the baby kept him up last night
- Prince Harry beamed as he arrived at Oxford Children's Hospital this morning
- The new father, 34, welcomed son Archie with the Duchess of Sussex last week
- Well-wishers presented the proud prince with a teddy bear for his newborn baby
- Prince Harry will spend the day carrying out engagements in the city
Prince Harry revealed he already 'can't imagine life' without son Archie during a visit to a children's hospital - but admitted the baby had kept him up last night.
The Duke of Sussex, 34, who welcomed son Archie with Meghan last Monday, opened up about life as a new father as he spoke to a mother on the cancer ward at Oxford Children's Hospital.
Mother-of-two Ida Scullard, whose three-year-old son Emmett is in remission, said: 'Harry asked me if she [my baby daughter] was over the stormy period as babies are supposed be grumpy for the first 10 weeks - and she is.
'He said he's getting used to the baby and how Archie has fitted into family life. He said he just feels part of the family and he can't imagine life without his son.'
The Duke told another patient how his baby had kept him up last night.
Caring touch: Prince Harry speaks to a young boy and his family during the hospital visit
Brightening his day: Harry showed off his playful side as he helped make a balloon animal
Playtime: The Duke of Sussex was happy to sit on the floor and play with one young family
Proud Dad! Harry beamed as he was handed a teddy for Archie on his arrival at the Oxford Children's Hospital. He was given the gift by former patient Daisy Wingrove, 13, seen right
Big hug: Prince Harry embraced Daisy, 13, as she gave him the adorably toy for baby Archie
Prince Harry spent time chatting to youngsters on the Kamran Jabble cancer ward, named after a former patient.
Emmett, three, of Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, is in remission after being diagnosed with testicular cancer when he was just two years old.
He was at the ward with his mother and 10-week-old sister Ida.
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The Duke of Sussex brightened up patients' days by making balloon animals and playing with a dinosaur toy set on the hospital floor.
The royal appeared in good spirits as he arrived for the visit this morning, crouching down to chat to children who had waited to greet him outside.
He was presented with a teddy for Archie by former patient Daisy Wingrove, 13, who smiled as she handed over the gift.
The teenager appeared to say something that tickled the Duke as he chuckled happily during the conversation.
Harry is touring the hospital - a purpose-built centre for the treatment of children and young adults based at the John Radcliffe hospital site - to highlight the important work it does.
Already a natural! Showing his paternal instincts, new father Prince Harry crouched down to speak to two children waiting to speak to him at Oxford Children's Hospital this morning
Thoughtful touch: Prince Harry spent time speaking to Daisy outside the hospital
Made her day: One little girl beamed as the prince took the time to speak to her at the hospital
Beaming: The little girl smiled up at the prince as he stopped on his way into the hospital today
Prince charming: Harry laughed as he spoke to Daisy Wingrove outside the hospital today
During the visit, the duke will meet children and young people receiving treatment, and the staff caring for them, as well as supporters of Oxford Hospitals Charity.
He will visit teenagers on a ward specifically tailored to the needs of young adults and meet 13-year-old Mikayla, a WellChild award winner, who previously met the duke at the WellChild Awards in 2016.
Before leaving Harry will visit the hospital's school to meet students, taking lessons while undergoing treatment, and their teachers.
Special gift: Daisy Wingrove presents Prince Harry with a teddy for baby Archie at the hospital
Fresh-faced: Prince Harry looked well rested, despite being busy with baby Archie
Delighted: The royal smiled as he received the teddy, which will be given to week-old Archie
Light-hearted moment: Harry made Daisy smile with a comment on his way into the hospital
Dapper: Harry donned a grey suit jacket, chinos and a white shirt for the outing in Oxford
Warm welcome: Crowds gathered to greet the royal as he arrived at the hospital this morning
The duke will then visit Oxsrad Disability Sports and Leisure Centre, opened by his mother Diana, Princess of Wales in 1989, where he will meet people who use its facilities including those taking part in the Rebound Therapy and physiotherapy programmes.
The inclusive centre has been supporting people with disabilities through sport and physical exercise for 30 years, offering rehabilitation sessions as well as fitness classes and gym facilities.
Finally, the duke will visit Barton Neighbourhood Centre, a hub for local residents which houses a doctor's surgery, food bank, cafe and youth club.
Showing his support: Hospital staff waited to greet Harry on his arrival this morning
Taken with the teddy: Harry looked pleased with the new toy for his little son Archie
Thoughtful gift: It is believed the teddy was dressed in a t-shirt supporting the hospital
