Prince William Details One “Quite Difficult” Aspect of Parenting

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Prince William and Kate Middleton’s kids are royally tuned into their emotions. 

Prince William, who shares three children – 12-year-old Prince George, 10-year-old Princess Charlotte, and 7-year-old Prince Louis – with Kate, recently discussed how comfortable his children are with sharing their feelings.

Prince William recently shared that his three children often talk about their feelings, and sometimes it’s a lot! He jokingly mentioned this during a BBC Radio 1 panel discussion on mental health on February 18th, adding that he appreciates hearing all the details – he finds it wonderful.

This open communication helps William understand how his children are feeling, but it also makes him want to fix their issues—something he’s actively working to avoid.

William explained that he struggles with the feeling that everything needs to be fixed, especially for others. He often has to remind himself that it’s okay not to solve every problem, and that simply listening and accepting people’s feelings and opinions is what truly matters.

He explained that you’ll experience a wide range of feelings, from difficult ones to incredibly positive ones, and everything in between.

Honestly, seeing how people dealt with things like anxiety and depression before William – like, what did our grandparents do? – has been a total game-changer for understanding his struggles. It’s like, knowing the history helps me really get what he’s going through, and it’s been so insightful to watch him work through it all.

He explained that his experiences with mental health have helped him realize how past generations struggled to discuss these issues. He believes understanding that history is key to understanding where we are today.

He explained that people who lived through the World Wars often didn’t discuss their feelings. They experienced terrible things, and likely felt that talking about it wouldn’t have made a difference. As a result, that generation generally kept their emotions private, perhaps without even realizing it.

The father of three admitted that previous generations haven’t always dealt with mental health in a healthy way, but he emphasized that today’s parents have a responsibility to teach their children how to cope with challenges in a better way.

He explained that this pattern often continues unintentionally, as each generation simply repeats what they’ve always known. But he stressed the need to stop this cycle, emphasizing that openly discussing feelings is crucial instead of suppressing them.

He noted that while there’s still much work to be done in improving mental health, understanding our progress so far is essential for moving forward effectively.

Keep reading for the latest royal news. 

Prince William and Princess Kate expressed sympathy for the survivors of Jeffrey Epstein’s abuse following the release of court documents related to the convicted sex offender.

A spokesperson for The Prince and Princess said they are very worried about the ongoing disclosures, and their primary concern is for those affected.

Marius Borg Høiby, the oldest son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit and stepson of Crown Prince Haakon, was arrested on February 1st for assault, threatening someone with a knife, and breaking a restraining order, according to a statement from Oslo police to The Associated Press.

The 29-year-old man, who isn’t a royal and doesn’t have any official responsibilities, will be held for up to four weeks due to concerns he might commit further crimes. This follows a decision by the Oslo district court. His lawyer, Petar Sekulic, said they are thinking about appealing this decision.

Høiby is scheduled to appear in court on February 3rd to face charges related to four alleged rapes that occurred between 2018 and 2024, along with accusations of domestic violence and violating a restraining order.

In a statement to the Associated Press, his lawyers said Høiby rejects all accusations of sexual abuse and most of the claims involving violence.

Flora Vesterberg, whose grandmother is Princess Alexandra – a cousin of Queen Elizabeth II – has announced she is expecting her first child with her husband, Timothy Vesterberg.

She announced on Instagram on January 19th that she and Timothy are expecting their first child, saying they are “over the moon” with excitement.

Prince Harry began a trial at London’s High Court on January 19th, taking on Associated Newspapers – the company behind the Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday, and Mail Online. He alleges the media group used unlawful and unethical methods to gather news.

Elton John, Elizabeth Hurley, and Sadie Frost are also joining the lawsuit against the publishing company.

Associated Newspapers has “vigorously denied” the claims, according to the BBC.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle marked their tenth anniversary as a couple with a sweet black and white video of them dancing at home.

The couple shared a sweet video set to Olivia Dean’s song “So Easy (To Fall In Love),” and revealed it was filmed by their 4-year-old daughter, Lilibet. Meghan, who also shares 6-year-old son Archie with Harry, gave their daughter credit in the Instagram post caption, simply writing, “cred: our daughter.”

The couple posted an old photo from when they first started dating. It shows them hugging during a sweet trip outdoors.

“When 2026 feels just like 2016….,” Meghan wrote in the caption. “You had to be there.”

On January 15th, the Greek royal family announced the death of Queen Sofia of Spain’s sister, who was 83 years old.

The Greek Royal Family announced with great sadness the death of Princess Irene, a cherished sister and aunt, who passed away on Thursday, January 15th, 2026, at 11:40 AM local time at Zarzuela Palace in Madrid, surrounded by family.

The funeral for her took place on January 19th at the Metropolitan Cathedral in Athens, and she was buried at the Royal Cemetery of Tatoi.

On her 44th birthday, the Princess of Wales shared a message on the power of nature to heal.

In a recent video, Kate reflected on winter’s ability to bring a sense of calm and introspection. She described how the season’s quiet stillness allows us to slow down, look inward, and connect with both our own thoughts and the natural world around us, like seeing our reflection in a gently flowing stream.

I’ve been thinking about how grateful I am. It’s like a natural flow within us that washes away fears, cleanses the soul, and helps us find peace with our sadness. Through this process, we truly experience what it means to be alive and connected to nature—a gentle guide that helps us heal and remember.

Princess Catherine made her first public appearance of 2026, joining her husband at Charing Cross Hospital in London. The visit was to show support for healthcare workers, and came nearly a year after she shared the news that her cancer was in remission.

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