Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet have met their grandfather King Charles for the first time since 2022, a reunion that one expert says provides crucial emotional security for the children. The private meeting took place on Friday at Highgrove, the King's beloved country home, with Queen Camilla also present. Archie, seven, and Lilibet, five, flew to the UK with their mother Meghan Markle days after Prince Harry arrived.
Expert Highlights Grandparental Bond Benefits
Supernanny Jo Frost, a global family expert and childcare specialist, told The Daily Express exclusively: "Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet have had the opportunity to spend time with their grandfather, King Charles III, and Queen Camilla and I'm absolutely delighted." Frost emphasized that grandparents offer "another layer of unconditional love, emotional security, family history, wisdom, patience & understanding with a sense of belonging."
According to Frost, these relationships help children "understand where they come from, strengthen their identity, and create memories and traditions that can stay with them for a lifetime." She added, "As a professional who has spent four decades working with families, these connections aren't just lovely moments; they can contribute to a child's emotional resilience, confidence and overall wellbeing."
Private Reunion at Highgrove
The family-of-four visited the monarch together, marking the first time Harry and Meghan's children have seen their grandfather since the Queen's Platinum Jubilee in 2022. The meeting was completely private, and no details of the discussions have been disclosed. It is not known whether the family saw any other royal relatives during their visit, but they are believed to have stayed with Harry's uncle Earl Charles Spencer at Althorp, the childhood home of the late Princess Diana, where her resting place is located.
Conflict Should Not Deny Family Connections
Frost also noted that Archie and Lilibet should not miss out on family time due to the conflict between Harry, Meghan, and certain royals. The expert's comments underscore the importance of maintaining family bonds despite ongoing tensions. The visit comes amid reports of strained relations between Harry and his father, but the reunion suggests a willingness to prioritize the children's connection with their grandparents.
