In a refreshingly candid moment on the latest episode of her podcast Confessions of a Female Founder, Meghan Markle opened up about a common parenting struggle ¡ª juggling a career while caring for sick children. Speaking with Reshma Saujani, founder of Girls Who Code, the Duchess of Sussex revealed that both of her children, Prince Archie who is 5 year-old and Princess Lilibet who is 3 year-old, were unwell at the time of recording.
¡®My kids, for example, right now, one has RSV, the other has influenza A,¡¯ Meghan shared. ¡®They¡¯re home from school. I hear a little pitter-patter of feet upstairs.¡¯?
Meghan detailed the exhausting reality of motherhood ¡ª including being up all night rubbing her children¡¯s backs through coughs and restlessness. Despite the sleepless nights, she made it clear that she¡¯s committed to showing up both as a parent and a professional.
¡°Just be honest in the journey of it,¡± she said. ¡°And say, ¡®Yeah, today I'm gonna show up for you, but I'm showing up for you in my sweatshirt because I've been up all night with my babies.¡¯
Both Meghan and Saujani reflected on how the pandemic redefined what it means to be a working mother. Meghan stressed the importance of flexibility and grace, especially when your children need you.?Despite a packed schedule, Meghan said her favourite role is still ¡®mum¡¯. She admitted that winding down is difficult ¡ª even when Prince Harry urges her to take time for herself.
Meghan admitted Harry often nudges her to take a moment for herself ¡ª a bath, a workout ¡ª but she usually chooses cuddles with her kids instead. ¡®It¡¯s full-on, but it¡¯s everything,¡¯ she said with a smile.?
In 2025, Meghan is focused on expanding her presence in media and lifestyle. She recently signed a new deal with Lemonada Media to launch her podcast, Confessions of a Female Founder, which spotlights women in business. She¡¯s also preparing to debut As Ever, a lifestyle brand expected to include wellness, home, and personal care products.