The Duchess of Cambridge had an open discussion about motherhood experiences and life challenges with the British media.
Duchess of Cambridge Kate Middleton on February 14 had a rare share with the podcast "Happy Mum, Happy Baby" led by vlogger, famous British TV host Giovanna Fletcher. Podcasts are a series of digital audio or video files that users can download and listen to.
At the talk, the Princess talked about her experiences when she first became pregnant, the challenges of a woman with three small children and called it "the common concern of women across the UK".
Kate said she tried to give her children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis a happy childhood, by drawing on their experiences from childhood combined with their own insights.
"I have grandma, who has spent a lot of time with us, playing with us, making crafts, leading us to glass gardens, and cooking with us. I tried to apply what she used to do. with us that time with my children now, "said the princess.
"Also, pay attention to the environment where you spend time with your children, a happy home, a safe environment. As a child, we spent a lot of time playing outside and that's what I love it. I think it's great to lay the foundations for the physical and mental development of the children, "Kate said, emphasizing the importance of early childhood in child development.
"This not only makes the children happy, healthy but also the result and impact for a lifetime," according to the princess.
Kate also shared her feelings about pregnancy, severe morning sickness, childbirth and motherhood at a young age. "Sometimes you feel lonely, even quite isolated, but that's really what every mother goes through," Kate said when giving birth to Prince George. She admits being a parent is a great thing, but it also needs to deal with stress and challenges.
Host Fletcher said she was surprised by the openness of Princess Kate, revealing the Princess agreed to an interview after five years she emailed Kensington Palace Office. "I've never heard her talk so openly before. I can't believe this is happening," Fletcher said.
The "Happy Mum, Happy Baby" podcast conveying the message of the mother has developed 5 series and has 7 million downloads.
Kate is married to the Duke of Cambridge, Prince William, the second heir to the British royal throne in April 2011. The couple has 3 children, two princes and a child princess. The Duchess of Cambridge received attention and admiration for her elegant appearance and valuable experience in raising "royal children".