Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are enjoying their time with their daughter Princess Lilibet, who was born in June 2021.
Their eldest son, Prince Archie, was born two years earlier in May 2019, and he quickly embraced his role as a big brother.
Archie loves his little sister very much and enjoys giving her plenty of kisses. According to a source who spoke exclusively to We in June 2021, he has even held her with the assistance of his parents.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have chosen to raise their two children in California, where they relocated to in 2020 after stepping back from their roles as senior working royals. Despite the challenges and drama within the royal family, Harry remains optimistic that the ongoing feud will not affect the relationship between his children in the future.
Harry expressed his desire for a family, not an institution, emphasizing the importance of his children having relationships with his family members. He shared his joy in seeing some of his family members bonding with his children in an interview with People in January 2023.
Now, let's take a look at some of Harry and Meghan's most endearing quotes about their daughter.
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's Quotes About Daughter Lilibet
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are loving life with daughter Princess Lilibet following her birth in June 2021.
Harry and Meghan's first child, Prince Archie, was born in May 2019. He quickly embraced his role as a big brother.
According to a source in June 2021, Archie loves his little sister and showers her with kisses. With the assistance of his parents, he has even held her.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are now living in California with their two children after leaving their royal duties in 2020. Despite the family drama, Prince Harry is optimistic that any disagreements won't affect his children.
In an interview with People magazine in January 2023, Harry expressed his desire for his children to have relationships with some members of his family. He emphasized the importance of family over institutions and shared that it brings him great happiness to see his children connecting with certain family members.
Keep scrolling to read Harry and Meghan’s sweetest quotes about their daughter:
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‘Mama, I See Me in You’
During their visit to Nigeria in May 2024, Harry and Meghan shared a touching moment with their daughter Lili.
Meghan recounted how Lili once looked at her and saw her own reflection in her eyes. Speaking to local students, Meghan shared, “She said, ‘Mama, I see me in you.’” Although Lili was speaking quite literally, Meghan held onto those words in a deeper way. She reflected, “Yes, I see me in you, and you see me in you. But as I look around this room, I see myself in all of you as well.”
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Obsessed With Archie
The Spare author revealed that Lili is “obsessed” with her older brother.
Harry shared during his ITV interview in January 2023 that the dynamic between him and William was much like that of Archie and Lili. He mentioned how Lili was always eager to be around Archie, while Archie sometimes needed his own space. Harry understood the annoyance that a younger sibling can sometimes bring to an older sibling.
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Family Resemblance
"I see a lot of my wife in Archie right now," the duke shared in the final episode of Netflix's Harry & Meghan documentary series that aired in December 2022. "And Lili reminds me a lot of my mom. She has a Spencer-like quality with her blue eyes and golden-reddish hair."
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'Proud' Papa
Harry expressed his pride in his mixed-race children, saying, "My son, my daughter, my children are mixed race, and I'm really proud of that." He emphasized the importance of making the world a better place for future generations, stating, "When my kids grow up and they look back at this moment and they turn to me and say, 'What did you do in this moment?' I want to be able to give them an answer. I think it's such a responsibility as human beings that if you bring a small person into this world that you should be doing anything you can to make the world a better place for them."
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Her Morning Routine
Meghan shared a peek into her and Harry's busy mornings with Lili and Archie on her "Archetypes" podcast in November 2022. The duchess mentioned that Lili, who was a little over a year old, was in the midst of learning to walk.
In the same month, Meghan expressed her desire for her children to be independent in the future during a conversation with podcast guest Mellody Hobson.
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Supporting Her Dreams
Lilibet's parent, a former TV personality, expressed her support for Lilibet pursuing acting in the future. She mentioned in an interview with Variety in October 2022 that as a parent, she wants her children to find happiness in the things they love.
She mentioned that while many may discuss the factors that have paved the way for her children, talent and perseverance are still essential. The goal is to raise well-rounded, compassionate, and innovative individuals. That's the kind of children they are becoming.
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Major Milestones
During an October 2022 video call with winners of the WellChild Awards, the BetterUp CIO shared an exciting update on his daughter's milestones. Harry expressed how busy Archie is and how Lili is learning to use her voice, which he found to be great.
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High Hopes
Harry expressed his desire for his children to grow up in a better world during an interview with child reporters from Kinderdcorrespondent in April 2022. He emphasized the importance of them growing up in a fairer, safer, and more equal world.
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Mastering Meditation
Harry shared during a February 2022 event his experience of prioritizing mental fitness while juggling parenting duties. He mentioned that it can be challenging but emphasized the importance of taking time for oneself. In his routine, he sets aside about half an hour to 45 minutes in the morning when he has a moment to himself after sending one child to school and the other taking a nap. During this break, he opts to either exercise, walk the dog, spend time in nature, or meditate.
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Tricky Transition
Markle shared with DeGeneres in November 2021 that someone once said to her and her husband, "When you have one kid, it's a hobby, and two children is parenting." This made them realize the truth behind it. People often discuss the challenges of having a second child, but they tend to overlook the impact on the first child when a sibling arrives. It's a moment of adjustment for the first child, realizing that things have changed and this is the new normal.
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Spooky Season
"We tried to make Halloween fun for the kids, but they weren't interested," Markle shared on The Ellen DeGeneres Show in November 2021. "Archie only wore his dinosaur costume for a brief moment, maybe less than five minutes. Eventually, Harry convinced him to put on the dinosaur head. Meanwhile, Lili dressed up as a skunk, similar to Flower from Bambi."
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Time for Teething
Meghan shared with Ellen DeGeneres in November 2021 that she was willing to do whatever it takes to help her daughter with teething pain. In a light-hearted moment, Ellen playfully suggested using "tequila" as a remedy.
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Mixed Emotions
In October 2021, the former actress shared with U.S. Congress about welcoming their second child in June. She expressed the joy and overwhelming feeling that many parents experience. Fortunately, they did not have to face the tough decision between caring for their baby and returning to work. They were able to prioritize their family during those crucial early months without the stress of juggling childcare, work, and medical needs like so many others have to do daily.
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Gorgeous Girl
Meghan called Lili “beautiful” during a New York City visit in September 2021.
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Her Personality
"She’s very chilled and seems happy to just sit there while Archie is running around like crazy,” Harry told Sheeran during the July 2021 event.
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Her Name
Lili was named after her great-grandmother, The Queen, whose family nickname is Lilibet. Her middle name, Diana, was chosen to honor her late grandmother, The Princess of Wales.
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Her Birth
"She weighed 7 lbs 11 oz,” the pair wrote at the time of Lili's birth. "Both mother and child are healthy and well, and settling in at home."
Editor's P/S:
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's journey as parents has been filled with love and joy. Their children, Archie and Lilibet, have brought immense happiness into their lives. The couple has been open about their experiences, sharing heartwarming anecdotes and expressing their hopes and dreams for their children. Harry's emphasis on creating a better world for his children and Meghan's support for their future aspirations reflect their commitment to raising compassionate and responsible individuals.
The challenges of parenting two young children have not been overlooked. Meghan has spoken about the transition that Archie faced with the arrival of his sister, while Harry has highlighted the importance of self-care amidst the demands of fatherhood. Their candidness about the realities of parenting makes them relatable to other parents who face similar joys and challenges. The couple's love for their children shines through in their every word, and their journey as parents is a testament to their commitment to family and their desire to create a positive future for their children.