Kate Middleton Hired A Nanny, But Meghan Markle May Not For This Reason

Meghan Markle will reportedly not follow in Kate Middleton’s footsteps by hiring a nanny for her firstborn.

Years ago, The Telegraph revealed that the Duchess of Cambridge broke royal tradition by not hiring a full-time nanny for Prince George. One of Middleton’s close friends said that she and Prince William were determined to be hands-on parents.

This may also be the main reason why the Duke and Duchess of Sussex do not want to hire a nanny for their baby. Hiring even a part-time nanny may not be necessary because Markle’s mom, Doria Ragland, will stay in London for the first few months after the Duchess gives birth.

But after Middleton and Prince William welcomed their second child, Princess Charlotte, it was revealed that they hired a full-time nanny for their baby. This suggested that Markle and Prince Harry’s decision to not hire a nanny right now will not be permanent.

When the royal couple’s family starts to grow bigger, it is highly likely for them to also hire a nanny. At present, Middleton and Prince William are relying on the help of their full-time nanny Maria Borrallo. The nanny was trained at the elite Norland College in Bath.

Louise Heren, an expert from Norland College, told The Sun that there is no messing around with Borrallo because she is quite strict when it comes to raising Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis.

“That’s because Maria will be aware that as they as step off planes, holding mom’s hands, smiling and waving to the crowds, there can’t be any crying or terrible twos or tantrums,” Heren said.

However, this doesn’t mean that Prince William and Middleton’s children are not allowed to play and be kids. Borrallo’s training includes lots of outdoor play, bike rides, playing with dogs, and gardening. The training at Norland College is all about teaching children through play.

“It doesn’t have to be strict. Just because Norland nannies wear the brown uniform, they look quite old-fashioned, that doesn’t mean their message is old-fashioned. It’s no-nonsense,” Heren said.