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Daily Mail
21-05-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
'Why aren't they using the NHS?!' Row as Mummy Pig welcomes Peppa Pig's little sister Evie in same private hospital where Kate Middleton gave birth
Peppa Pig fans have jokingly questioned the modest family's decision to welcome their new piglet at the same private hospital where the Princess of Wales gave birth over using the NHS. The animated show, which has told the story of Peppa, Daddy Pig, Mummy Pig, and her little brother George for more than two decades, sent fans wild when they announced the pregnancy in February. And the hysteria has continued this week after the safe arrival of little Evie was announced on Tuesday. Named after Mummy Pig's aunt Evie, the piglet was delivered at the Lindo Wing in London - the same location where Kate Middleton gave birth to all three of her children. Prices at the the exclusive maternity ward at St Mary's Hospital in Paddington start at £5,900 for just one night, rising up to £7,500 for deluxe packages. The decision for Peppa Pig's family to go private has sparked outrage on social media, with many claiming the popular pig family should have used the NHS rather than splashing the cash at a fancy hospital used by the royals. One user wrote: 'Right I am absolutely fuming. They should have went to the NHS not go private. The Peppa family were meant to be middle class, will never be watching again.' A second fumed: 'They only live in a 2-bed house? How have they got the funds for this...' Peppa Pig fans have questioned why the family opted for private care over using the NHS And a third quipped: 'She's got enough money to go private but can't get George and Peppa a separate room.' In an exclusive interview with Grazia Magazine, Mummy Pig had spoken of her fears over the financial burden of having a piglet in the cost-of-living crisis. She said: 'I won't say it hasn't been a concern for us - and times are already quite tight. We still have lots of Peppa and George's pre-loved baby things for the new little one to use, so that helps with some of the costs – and it's very good for the planet, too!' But while fans were delighted to hear of the safe arrival, they were left unimpressed over the family not using the NHS. One questioned: 'What the hell does Daddy Pig do to afford that level of private healthcare? You know Mummy Pig didn't get that on the NHS.' To which another fan pointed out: 'They have their own reality TV show!' A third wrote: 'Let's be honest Peppa's family probably rakes in millions their show has been going on for years now, of course they can afford private, the house shown on TV is just their stage set they probably live somewhere else.' Meanwhile another fan asked, 'Is peppa pig actually rich?', adding: 'What do you mean mummy pig gave birth to evie pig in a private hospital? Peppa Pig fans have questioned where the family got their money from to afford private care. One joked: 'They have their own reality TV show!' 'If she had given birth in a public NHS hospital it would've been free but a private hospital would've cost her around 6k.... the Peppa Pig lore is so crazy.' Others joked that £6,000 was affordable compared to the US, with one writing: 'As an American I'm caught on the fact that the fancy hospital that the royals have given birth at is way cheaper than mediocre American hospitals.' Another joked: 'Why didn't they go to the vet???' Speaking after giving birth, Mummy Pig told Hello Magazine how they were 'ready and prepared for days before', adding: 'Daddy Pig kept repacking the overnight bag, checking routes to the hospital running drills on how quickly we could get there.' The name and first pictures of Peppa Pig's baby sister were revealed on Tuesday. ITV's Good Morning Britain presenter Richard Arnold on Tuesday shared the first photographs of baby Evie yesterday. Arnold said: 'Daddy Pig has just shared these pictures with me of Peppa's brand new baby sister Evie, named after Mummy Pig's Aunt Evie, she was born at 5.34am this morning.' The gender of the baby was revealed in April when the chimneys of Battersea Power Station were lit up in pink to show Mummy Pig was expecting another girl. The animated show later announced an hour-long screening format, Peppa Meets The Baby, which is due to come out on May 30 and will feature 10 new song-filled episodes as Peppa and George prepare for the arrival of their sister. Evie is expected to appear on screen in the series from autumn.
The Irish Sun
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Peppa Pig's Mummy Pig breaks silence on baby Evie's birth and if they're planning MORE piglets
PEPPA Pig's Mummy Pig has broken her silence after welcoming her third piglet. The cartoon character 5 Peppa Pig's mum and dad have spoken for the first time about their new arrival Credit: Instagram/@gmb 5 The little one is called Evie after Peppa's auntie Credit: Instagram/@gmb 5 Evie with sister Peppa and brother George Credit: Instagram/@gmb Mummy Pig told He added: "We're very lucky to be able to grow our family." Mummy Pig quickly cut off any expectations of a fourth baby, saying: "I think we're more than happy with our family of five! We're excited to settle into our new adventure and see where that takes us." READ MORE ON PEPPA PIG The family's happy news was announced on yesterday's Good Morning Britain by entertainment editor Richard Arnold, 55. He said: "It brings me great joy to announce she's here. "It's a beautiful thing like I say Daddy Pig has just shared these pictures with me. "Named after Mummy Pig's aunt Evie." Most read in News TV At the time, Mummy Pig - whose job involves doing "very important work" on her computer - and her husband Daddy Pig, who "takes big numbers, transmutes them and calculates their load-bearing tangents", said were expecting another baby this summer . Peppa Pig and Mummy Pig open up about playing their roles for 10 years The couple are also parents to Speaking live from their home in Peppatown, Mummy Pig exclusively revealed: 'Well, I'm excited to share that our family is getting even bigger because... We're having another baby!' as she held up a scan picture to camera for viewers to see. Showing off her baby bump, she continued: 'I'm due in the summer and we're all so excited…' Despite this, she added: 'A little overwhelmed at the thought of having three children under five running around, but mostly just completely delighted.' Asked if she had already shared the news with Peppa and 'Peppa knew something was going on, and she's such a curious thing - we had to tell her before she popped! 'They've had the occasional wobble and worry, but they're mostly so excited! 'Every day they ask me how big the baby is, when is it coming, does it like Muddy Puddles and dinosaurs... It never stops!' Viewers can expect to see the new baby on May 30, in an episode of Peppa Meets The Baby. PEPPA'S FAMILY HISTORY Peppa Pig first aired in 2004 and has since been broadcast in 180 territories and translated into 40 languages. Now it's spawned books, toys and even two theme parks, with the global Peppa empire now worth over £1billion. Creators Neville Astley and Mark Baker admitted they were initially worried the idea would never get off the ground, and that people at first, were bored of the idea. Astley explained: "People in the pub would ask us, 'What are you drawing?' We'd say, 'A pig, called Peppa, it's going to be big'. 'They'd lose interest and wander off." 5 Daddy Pig and Evie inside the prestigious Lindo Wing Credit: Instagram/@gmb 5 They are now a family of five, with Evie set to make her screen debut this month Credit: Alamy
Scottish Sun
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
‘That was quick' parents gasp as new Peppa Pig baby toys hit major high-street chain and many say kids will ‘love' them
LESS than 24 hours after Mummy Pig gave birth to her third child, a major high-street chain has released a new range of Peppa Pig baby toys. So if your little one can't get enough of the popular cartoon, then you've come to the right place. 7 Parents have been left open-mouthed after a new range of Peppa Pig baby toys have hit high-street shelves Credit: Supplied 7 There's all things from plush toys to an epic wooden play house Credit: Supplied 7 Prices start at £9.99 Credit: Supplied 7 You'll find them in Smyths Toys stores nationwide Credit: Getty Just hours after Mummy Pig welcomed her pale-pink bundle of joy into the world at the high profile Lindo Wing in London, now Smyths Toys has launched a brand new collection of toys featuring the highly-anticipated arrival - baby Evie. One savvy shopper was overjoyed to see the new-in bargains and eagerly raced to social media to alert others, leaving many totally stunned. Posting on Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK, a private Facebook group with 2.6 million members, Amber Morrish uploaded a screenshot of the new buys, which start from £9.99. Alongside her post, Amber explained: 'If your little ones or yourself are part of the hype for the new arrival to the Peppa Pig family, Smyths already have toys in!!' Not only are there huge plush sets featuring the new baby Evie, who arrived yesterday at 5:34am, but there's also a 16 piece play house too. Shoppers will be able to get their hands on the Peppa Pig Interactive Oinks & Snuggles Baby Evie Doll, which is priced at £29.99 and has over 20 sound effects. There's also a Peppa Pig Figures Peppa's Family of Five Set with Baby Evie, which is just £9.99. The set contains the whole family, alongside baby Evie in her carrier. As well as this, parents will also see the new Peppa Pig Playset Peppa and Baby Evie's Park Fun, which is also under £10. The £9.99 buy sees baby Evie and Peppa Pig ready for the park in matching outfits, inspired by the much-loved TV show. Peppa Pig and Mummy Pig open up about playing their roles for 10 years But if you're after a super special gift for your child's birthday, you'll want to check out Peppa Pig's Big Family House Playset with Baby Evie, which is available to buy for £39.99. Thanks to this buy, your little darling is sure to have hours of fun, with three bedrooms, a bathroom, living room, kitchen with a fridge that opens and a garage with a door that lifts. But that's not all, as there's also a Peppa Pig Peppa's Big Family Car with Baby Evie for £19.99. Peppa Pig legacy PEPPA Pig first aired in 2004 and has since been broadcast in 180 territories and translated into 40 languages. Now it's spawned books, toys and even two theme parks, with the global Peppa empire now worth over £1billion. Creators Neville Astley and Mark Baker admitted they were initially worried the idea would never get off the ground, and that people at first, were bored of the idea. Astley explained: "People in the pub would ask us, 'What are you drawing?' We'd say, 'A pig, called Peppa, it's going to be big'. 'They'd lose interest and wander off." The iconic family car has been given an upgrade with this buy and kids can open the doors, boot and bonnet and will even find all of baby Evie's baby gear inside. Not only this, but kids are sure to love the Peppa Pig Five Pack Family Plush with Baby Evie, which is £29.99. According to those at Smyths Toys, these 'super soft' plush toys are the 'perfect size to cuddle and take anywhere'. They aren't that bad priced Facebook user They're also 'ideal for storytelling and playing with friends and siblings.' And to top things off, you'll also find the Peppa Pig Peppa and Baby Evie Wooden Play House - but it'll set shoppers back £69.99. The exclusive wooden buy comes complete with 18 accessories and nine rooms to explore, and according to those at Smyths Toys, it 'encourages imagination and creative nurturing play'. Bargain hunters beam Facebook users were clearly left open-mouthed by the new toys, as Amber's post has quickly racked up 119 likes and 298 comments in just 15 hours. What to watch out for when buying toys online HERE are the British Toy and Hobby Association's top tips for buying toys online: Shop early. Don't leave purchases to the last minute rush which might leave you fewer options of where to buy from. Check out third-party sellers. Look for sellers you recognise and trust. Be cautious of retailers you don't know and do your research checking reviews and where they're based. Go for branded toys. Try and choose a branded toy as then you can compare it to the manufacturer's own website to check it's legit. Be careful of going for the cheapest price. If something looks too good to be true, it probably is. Check if there are any age restrictions. Make sure you give suitable toys to children based on their age. Check reviews carefully. Some reviews are fake so look carefully at the comments. Stay with children at first. When your child opens a toy for the first time, stay with them and check for faults, detachable small parts, access to stuffing and loose or accessible batteries or magnets. Not only did many 'need' the new baby Evie bargains, but others were stunned by how "quick" they had hit shelves. One person said: 'That was quick.' Another added: 'Oh I love it!' Baby Evie doll is really good, we got it today and my little one loves it Facebook user A third commented: 'I'll be bankrupt.' At the same time, someone else beamed: 'That's actually too cute.' Meanwhile, another observed: 'They aren't that bad priced.' Not only this, but one happy shopper beamed: 'Baby Evie doll is really good, we got it today and my little one loves it.' Unlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme - Sun Club 7 The toys are said to 'encourage imagination and creative nurturing play" Credit: Supplied 7 Shoppers were stunned by how "quick" they had hit shelves Credit: Supplied
Daily Mail
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Peppa Pig's family break their silence after birth of baby Evie as Mummy Pig reveals all on her 'miracle' birth and whether she is planning more piglets
Peppa Pig's family have revealed how the new member of their family Evie has settled into the family, 24 hours after her birth. The cartoon family's happy news was revealed on Tuesday, with Mummy and Daddy Pig's third child, a sister for Peppa, four, and George, two, born at London's Lindo Wing. And to celebrate the birth, the new family of five have taken part in an 'at home' interview with Hello! Magazine, further tapping into the celebriry hysteria which is surrounding them currently. In the tell-all Daddy and Mummy Pig, speaking just hours after giving birth, gushed that the birth of their third piglet was 'a miracle.' 'We were very lucky – everything went smoothly and in eight, um, "short" hours of labour Evie was here,' the cartoon matriarch told the magazine. Daddy Pig sweetly added: 'Mummy pig was AMAZING, and she brought our new baby girl into the world. What a miracle that is!' From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. The family have been on screens since 2004 and in that time have remained a family of four, with Peppa and George not ageing throughout 21 years on screen. So when did the couple decide to add to their brood? 'I don't think either of us ever had a specific plan – but we just got to that place where timing felt right,' Mummy Pig explained. Daddy Pig agreed, adding: 'And everything fell into place. We're very lucky to be able to grow our family.' But the couple were more hesitant about adding a fourth child to their family, with Daddy Pig panicking before Mummy Pig jumped in to clarify: 'I think we're more than happy with our family of five! We're excited to settle into our new adventure and see where that takes us.' Mummy and Daddy Pig confirmed the happy news on Good Morning Britain, revealing their third piglet's name is Evie. Mummy Pig, who has a job involving doing 'very important work' on her computer and Daddy Pig, who 'takes big numbers, transmutes them and calculates their load-bearing tangents,' welcomed their little girl at the Lindo Wing in London - the same location where Kate Middleton gave birth to all three of her children. The birth was announced with a royal-inspired twist on the classic royal birth announcement, complete with a town crier, a scroll-style proclamation, and the unveiling of an official Peppa Pig birth certificate. Big siblings Peppa and George are said to be over the moon and excited to meet their new baby sister, while Mummy and Daddy Pig are 'looking forward to lots of happy snorts and sleepless nights.' GMB revealed that 'understandably, Mummy Pig is resting but Daddy Pig has let me know he will be free to catch up next week for his first ever TV interview and another glimpse of the new baby.' All new episodes of Peppa Pig will be launching on Milkshake from September.
IOL News
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Meet Evie: Peppa Pig's new baby sister!
The Pig family at the hospital after welcoming baby Evie to the world. Image: X/Pop Base Peppa Pig has become a big sister for the second time! After making the biggest reveal to the world in February this year that they are growing their family, the Pig family welcomed their third baby girl named Evie on Tuesday, May 20. According to the writers of this global hit animated show, the baby was born at the same hospital as Prince William and Princess Catherine's three royal children called the Lindo Wing in London. The exciting news was shared on 'Good Morning Britain' after the host, Richard Arnold, revealed that he received a heart-warming call from Daddy Pig at around 5.30am telling him that the Pig family is now a family of five. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Next Stay Close ✕ Meet Baby Evie, Peppa Pig's baby sister who was born today, May 20 2025. Image: X/Pop Base Before the news broke out, Mummy Pig also revealed on the family's official Instagram account that the baby is on the way with a picture of the family rushing to the hospital, Daddy Pig carrying the hospital bag with and a bold sentence written 'On the way!' The caption read: 'It's happening! Everybody stay calm.' After a few hours, this morning they announced that baby Evie has made her official grand entrance into the world. 'On this joyous of days, we announce the birth of our sweet baby girl!' Fans congratulated the family on their new addition to their family. 'The best news, congratulations to you all, we can't wait to meet her,' @bootsuk commented. 'Congratulations to the family!' @catwoman_kat said. The Pig family also revealed just four days ago that they are expecting the baby any day now with a caption that said: 'Babyyyyyy……where are youuuuuuu??????' The baby name choice, Evie, is a tribute to Mummy Pig's aunt, also named Evie. A month ago, the family held a gender reveal where the piglet's gender was revealed to the world with the iconic Battersea chimneys lit pink to mark a very special moment.
