Why Princess Beatrice’s 37th Birthday Feels Extra Special This Year

Princess Beatrice Marks 37th Birthday with Special Significance

Princess Beatrice is gearing up to celebrate her 37th birthday on August 8, and this year’s milestone holds extra significance. The royal, who is the daughter of Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson, welcomed her second daughter, Athena Elizabeth Rose, earlier this year. Athena was born prematurely, adding to the emotional rollercoaster of the past few months.

The arrival of Athena in January came as a surprise, as it was ahead of the “early spring” due date that Buckingham Palace had initially announced. Princess Beatrice and her husband, Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, expressed their gratitude for the close monitoring by the medical team during this challenging time. In a heartfelt essay for British Vogue in March, Beatrice shared her journey of uncertainty and eventual relief when Athena was born healthy, albeit tiny and premature.

Joining their 3-year-old daughter Sienna and Edo’s 9-year-old son Christopher Woolf, Athena completed the family of five for Princess Beatrice and property developer Edo. The couple recently enjoyed a family outing in London, attending a homecoming parade honouring England’s women’s soccer team’s victory at the UEFA Women’s EURO 2025.

In addition to embracing motherhood, Princess Beatrice has taken on the role of a patron for Borne, a charity dedicated to researching premature birth. This new chapter as a mother of three has further enriched her family life and is a testament to strength and resilience amidst challenges.

Known for being a hands-on stepmother to Christopher, affectionately known as Wolfie, Princess Beatrice balances her royal duties with a full-time job and parenting responsibilities. Unlike her cousin Prince William, Beatrice is not a full-time working royal, allowing her and Edo the flexibility to navigate their professional lives alongside raising their children.

Celebrating their fifth wedding anniversary on July 17, Princess Beatrice and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi exchanged heartfelt tributes, reminiscing about their journey together. Edo expressed his admiration for his wife, calling her the “most beautiful and amazing wife,” while looking forward to many more years of laughter and love.

As Princess Beatrice prepares to mark another year of life, the challenges and triumphs she has experienced highlight the deep sense of joy and gratitude that will make this birthday celebration particularly special for her and her growing family. The love and support surrounding Princess Beatrice on her 37th birthday serve as a reminder of the power of family and resilience in the face of adversity.