Prince William is determined to avoid repeating the mistakes his parents made which shaped his own upbringing.
William and his boetie Harry grew up in a broken home due to the affairs and divorce of his parents, now-King Charles and his late mother Princess Diana.
The 43-year-old royal, who shares three children – Prince George, 12, Princess Charlotte, 10, and Prince Louis, 7- with Catherine, Princess of Wales, recalls the impact of his parents’ divorce when he was just eight years old.
Speaking candidly on Eugene Levy’s Apple TV+ series The Reluctant Traveler, William stated, “You have to have that warmth, that feeling of safety, security, love.
“My childhood was affected by my parents’ separation, so I want to ensure it’s different for my children.”
Raising his family takes precedence, and William strives to create a stable home environment.
“The drama and the stress when you’re small really affects you when you’re older,” he noted, highlighting the importance of a happy upbringing.
Finding a balance between royal duties and family life is key for the Duke.
“I do try and stick to school timetables,” he shared, revealing he’s often involved in school drop-offs and pick-ups.
Family dinners are sacred, with screens banned during meals—a rule both he and Catherine strictly enforce.
Active play is encouraged in the household, from trampolining to sports.
He said: “Charlotte loves netball, while George is all about football.