Princess Kate has spoken about raising Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis with a focus on family life and everyday responsibilities.
During Wednesday’s outing with the West Sussex Minibus, Kate joined residents for a ride and reminded 94-year-old Stella Drewett to fasten her seatbelt.
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The princess, who is mother to Prince George, 13, Princess Charlotte, 11, and Prince Louis, eight, added,"I have to remind my children to put their seatbelts on too."
The group headed to Pulborough Village Hall for a weekly lunch club, where the Princess chatted with guests at each table while snacking on crisps.
The Princess joked that she and Prince William make a good “double act” when tackling the dishes, as he takes on drying duties.
It seems she's introducing the kids to household chores too, as she added, "And we get the children involved."
Princess Kate’s parenting tips
The Princess of Wales, has gained widespread recognition for her modern, grounded, and emotionally intelligent approach to raising her three children: Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis.
Emotional health and the “chat sofa”
Kate reportedly uses a “chat sofa” instead of punitive discipline, encouraging her children to calmly discuss their feelings during conflicts or tantrums. The approach supports her reported no-shouting rule and emphasizes respectful communication.
Gives equal attention
William and Kate aim to make all three children feel equally loved and valued, while supporting their individual interests and personalities so Charlotte and Louis do not feel overshadowed by George’s future role as heir.
Eye-level communication
Princess Kate often gets down to her children’s eye level when speaking with them, helping create a sense of connection, reassurance and safety.
Values come first
Kate is focused on giving Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis a strong moral foundation, teaching them the importance of kindness, honesty and emotional well-being.
