Prince Albert and Princess Charlene of Monaco
Asked if she wanted children in 2013, two years after her wedding to Prince Albert, Princess Charlene said: "I think kids will come. I don't put any pressure on myself. If it happens, it happens."
In December 2014, the couple were doubly blessed when they welcomed twins, Prince Jacques and Princess Gabriella. Although Gabriella was born first, her brother Jacques is first-in-line to the throne due to Monaco's male-preference cognatic primogeniture.
The small principality of Monaco rejoiced when the royal babies were born. Well-wishers lined the streets to catch a glimpse of baby Jacques and baby Gabriella in May 2015 at their spectacular christening.
As they get bigger, the two-year-old twins are developing distinct personalities. Jacques is "a real boss" who takes after his father, Charlene revealed in an interview with Paris Match, while Gabriella has "a real princess attitude". "I can tell you that her favourite colour is pink and that 'no' is a word she doesn't like," said Charlene.
Twins attend Monaco's first Christmas party
She added: "(My son) only needs a little sleep, and he's looking around all the time. He's very observant and has developed a real protective side, which he directs towards his sister Gabriella. They interact in their own little world. It's amazing to watch them."