14 Best Quotes On Motherhood From Kate Middleton
Yes, Duchess Kate is a member of the Royal family, but she is also a mother to three precious children; Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis. So, that means the same constant worry, sleep deprivation, teething and tantrums, like the rest of us.
Since becoming a mother in 2013, the royal has shared glimpses into her parenting experience. Whenever she speaks to the public, her topic always involves opening up on the joys and challenges of motherhood.
So, here are 14 must read quotes on motherhood from Kate Middleton.
- It Changes Everything
“Nothing can really prepare you for you the sheer overwhelming experience of what it means to become a mother. It is full of complex emotions of joy, exhaustion, love, and worry, all mixed together. Your fundamental identity changes overnight. You go from thinking of yourself as primarily an individual, to suddenly being a mother, first and foremost.” - The Loneliness Of Motherhood
“It’s lonely at occasions and also you do really feel fairly remoted, however truly so many different moms are going by precisely what you’re going by.” - Parenting Is Still A Challenge
“It’s so hard. You get a lot of support with the baby as a mother particularly in the early days, but after the age of 1 it falls away. After that there isn’t a huge amount — lots of books to read.” - Strong Foundation= Strong Parents
“When I was growing up I was very lucky. My family was the most important thing to me. They provided me with somewhere safe to grow and learn, and I know I was fortunate not to have been confronted by serious adversity at a young age.” - On Affection
“Hugs are very important. That’s what I tell my children.” - Every Parent Struggles Sometimes
“Personally, becoming a mother has been such a rewarding and wonderful experience. However, at times it has also been a huge challenge. Even for me, who has support at home that most mothers do not.” - A Good Start Is Of A Great Value
“People often ask me why I am so interested in the mental health of children and young people. The answer is quite simple—it is because I think that every child should have the best possible start in life.” - Family Time Is Very Important
“Spending quality time together is such an important aspect of family life and for me, as a mother, it’s the simple family moments like playing outside together that I cherish.” - On Spending Time Outside
“I’ve got such fond memories of being in the garden and being outside from my own childhood, and I’m sharing that with my own children, George and Charlotte, at the moment.” - It’s Not Easy
Catherine talked with a group of disadvantaged mothers: “Parenting is tough. To do that on top of your own anxieties, and the lack of support you also received as mothers… I find it extraordinary how you’ve managed, actually. So really well done.” - The Emotional Experience Of Giving Birth
“It’s very emotional. It’s such a special time. I think any parent will know what this feeling feels like.” - You Know, It’s Ok To Ask For Help
“Around a third of parents still worry that they will look like a bad mother or father if their child has a mental health problem. Parenting is hard enough without letting prejudices stop us from asking for the help we need for ourselves and our children.” - It Is Important To Listen To Your Child
“We hope to encourage George and Charlotte to speak about their feelings, and to give them the tools and sensitivity to be supportive peers to their friends as they get older. We know there is no shame in a young child struggling with their emotions or suffering from a mental illness.” - The Important Values
“My parents taught me about the importance of qualities like kindness, respect, and honesty, and I realize how central values like these have been to me throughout my life. That is why William and I want to teach our little children, George and Charlotte just how important these things are as they grow up. In my view it is just as important as excelling at maths or sport.”