Meghan Markle is marking a milestone in her family’s life. The Duchess of Sussex recently shared never-before-seen photos and personal moments in celebration of her daughter Princess Lilibet’s 4th birthday, giving fans a rare look inside their family life in California. In the Instagram posts, Meghan reflected on the day her youngest child was born.
One of the clips captured Meghan and Prince Harry dancing in a hospital room just moments before Lilibet arrived. In the video, the couple wore beautiful smiles, looking relaxed, like any expectant parents savoring their last few minutes before the baby’s arrival. The Duchess also shared that both of her children were born past their due dates.
Meghan Markle’s family life with daughter Lilibet
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Being a former American actress, Meghan Markle’s life took a different turn following her marriage to Prince Harry in 2018. They announced their decision to step away from their roles as senior members of the British royal family in 2020, citing a lack of institutional support and invasive press coverage.
Soon after, the couple relocated to California, where they have since raised their two children largely out of the public eye. They have chosen to keep their children’s lives private, avoiding public events that may expose them to paparazzi.
Princess Lilibet’s 4th birthday
Among the photos Meghan shared was a moment of Prince Harry cradling Lilibet as an infant, followed by another of the father and daughter walking hand in hand along a beach. Meghan also posted a black-and-white image of herself holding Lilibet on a boat ride, the princess resting gently in her mother’s arms, partly hidden from view. While Meghan did not reveal the location of the new photos, the natural backdrops suggest they were taken near their home in Montecito. The caption focused on the joy of motherhood and her gratitude to those who sent well-wishes for Lilibet’s birthday.
On a recent episode of her podcast, Confessions of a Female Founder, Meghan reflected on how different motherhood turned out from what she had imagined. Although she once imagined herself giving speeches with a baby on her hip, the reality was far different. That was a time of intense public scrutiny and challenging transitions.