Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, has become known not only for her grace in public but also for her remarkably effective parenting style. As Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis grow older and attend more public events, royal watchers have noted their impeccable behavior.
However, when things do go awry, Kate uses a unique method to keep her children disciplined, often employing a simple but effective phrase: “let’s take a break.”
In his book Gilded Youth: An Intimate History of Growing Up in the Royal Family, royal expert Tom Quinn shed light on how the princess manages moments of mischief, such as when Prince Louis made headlines during the late Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.During the event, Louis was seen sticking his tongue out at his mother, but rather than reacting harshly, Kate calmly used her signature phrase. According to Quinn, while seemingly harmless, these four words carry significant weight in the royal household. The children, understanding the cue, quickly fall back in line.
Former staffers have praised Kate’s calm demeanour, noting that she prefers to let her children enjoy being kids and doesn’t overly stress about minor misbehavior. A source told OK! that Kate “doesn’t worry too much” about her children’s behaviour and “loves seeing them being kids.” Prince Louis, in particular, is described as an energetic child who occasionally struggles to contain his excitement during public engagements. However, his cheeky antics have often been met with humor by his parents, who even acknowledged them in a light-hearted thank-you note after the Jubilee.
In contrast to more traditional approaches, the Prince and Princess of Wales prioritize open dialogue and a calm atmosphere at home. When one of their children experiences strong emotions or acts out, the royal couple opts for a “sofa chat” rather than isolating the child. This approach allows the children to process their feelings with guidance, rather than leaving them to manage their emotions alone. Notably, the couple adheres to a strict “no shouting” policy, ensuring a calm and nurturing environment even when discipline is necessary.
William and Kate’s modern parenting methods, which blend discipline with empathy, continue to draw praise from experts and royal fans alike, reinforcing their image as dedicated and thoughtful parents.
However, when things do go awry, Kate uses a unique method to keep her children disciplined, often employing a simple but effective phrase: “let’s take a break.”
In his book Gilded Youth: An Intimate History of Growing Up in the Royal Family, royal expert Tom Quinn shed light on how the princess manages moments of mischief, such as when Prince Louis made headlines during the late Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.During the event, Louis was seen sticking his tongue out at his mother, but rather than reacting harshly, Kate calmly used her signature phrase. According to Quinn, while seemingly harmless, these four words carry significant weight in the royal household. The children, understanding the cue, quickly fall back in line.
Former staffers have praised Kate’s calm demeanour, noting that she prefers to let her children enjoy being kids and doesn’t overly stress about minor misbehavior. A source told OK! that Kate “doesn’t worry too much” about her children’s behaviour and “loves seeing them being kids.” Prince Louis, in particular, is described as an energetic child who occasionally struggles to contain his excitement during public engagements. However, his cheeky antics have often been met with humor by his parents, who even acknowledged them in a light-hearted thank-you note after the Jubilee.
In contrast to more traditional approaches, the Prince and Princess of Wales prioritize open dialogue and a calm atmosphere at home. When one of their children experiences strong emotions or acts out, the royal couple opts for a “sofa chat” rather than isolating the child. This approach allows the children to process their feelings with guidance, rather than leaving them to manage their emotions alone. Notably, the couple adheres to a strict “no shouting” policy, ensuring a calm and nurturing environment even when discipline is necessary.
William and Kate’s modern parenting methods, which blend discipline with empathy, continue to draw praise from experts and royal fans alike, reinforcing their image as dedicated and thoughtful parents.