The Prince and Princess of Wales are raising their three children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, with a set of non-negotiable parenting rules aimed at providing a normal upbringing despite their royal status. Among the strictest rules is a ban on mobile phones, as revealed by Prince William during an appearance on Apple TV's The Reluctant Traveller with Eugene Levy. William stated that none of his children have phones, emphasising that he and Kate are “very strict” on remaining offline.
Family mealtimes are another cornerstone of the Wales household. William confirmed that the family always sits down together for dinner, describing it as “really important” to chat about their day. He stressed the importance of balancing work and family life, saying, “For me, the most important thing in my life is family.”
Despite their royal duties, William and Kate prioritise school drop-offs and pick-ups. William noted that he tries to stick to school timetables as much as possible, with most days involving school runs. Fellow parents at Lambrook School have praised the couple’s punctuality at the school gate.
Royal expert Katie Nicholl revealed that the children also do household chores in return for pocket money, reflecting the couple’s desire for a normal family life. Behind closed doors, the Wales children are “far more ordinary than many might imagine,” Nicholl said.
William also shared that the family maintains an open dialogue about difficult topics, such as the Princess of Wales’ cancer diagnosis. He said, “We’re a very open family, so we talk about things that bother us,” adding that it is important to reassure the children and be there for each other.
