¡®Just be honest in the journey of it¡¯: Meghan Markle talks about the struggles of being a working mum
In a candid moment on her podcast, Meghan Markle shared the challenges of being a working mum while caring for sick kids. Despite sleepless nights, she embraces the chaos, emphasising the importance of honesty in balancing career and motherhood. She also discussed her upcoming lifestyle brand and media ventures.
In a refreshingly candid moment on the latest episode of her podcast Confessions of a Female Founder, Meghan Markle opened up about a common parenting struggle ¡ª juggling a career while caring for sick children. Speaking with Reshma Saujani, founder of Girls Who Code, the Duchess of Sussex revealed that both of her children, Prince Archie who is 5 year-old and Princess Lilibet who is 3 year-old, were unwell at the time of recording.
¡®My kids, for example, right now, one has RSV, the other has influenza A,¡¯ Meghan shared. ¡®They¡¯re home from school. I hear a little pitter-patter of feet upstairs.¡¯
Meghan talks about struggle of being a ¡®working mom¡¯
Meghan detailed the exhausting reality of motherhood ¡ª including being up all night rubbing her children¡¯s backs through coughs and restlessness. Despite the sleepless nights, she made it clear that she¡¯s committed to showing up both as a parent and a professional.
¡°Just be honest in the journey of it,¡± she said. ¡°And say, ¡®Yeah, today I'm gonna show up for you, but I'm showing up for you in my sweatshirt because I've been up all night with my babies.¡¯
She opened up about mother¡¯s guilt and multitasking
Both Meghan and Saujani reflected on how the pandemic redefined what it means to be a working mother. Meghan stressed the importance of flexibility and grace, especially when your children need you. Despite a packed schedule, Meghan said her favourite role is still ¡®mum¡¯. She admitted that winding down is difficult ¡ª even when Prince Harry urges her to take time for herself.
Meghan admitted Harry often nudges her to take a moment for herself ¡ª a bath, a workout ¡ª but she usually chooses cuddles with her kids instead. ¡®It¡¯s full-on, but it¡¯s everything,¡¯ she said with a smile.
What¡¯s next for Meghan Markle?
In 2025, Meghan is focused on expanding her presence in media and lifestyle. She recently signed a new deal with Lemonada Media to launch her podcast, Confessions of a Female Founder, which spotlights women in business. She¡¯s also preparing to debut As Ever, a lifestyle brand expected to include wellness, home, and personal care products.
Kriti Shukla is a lifestyle journalist with over two years of experience, writing about celebrity fashion, beauty, and culture. She covers trends both on and off the red carpet, with a sharp editorial eye and a knack for spotting what¡¯s current. Based in Delhi, Kriti blends her love for glamour and culture with a deep understanding of the zeitgeist.
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