Why Meghan Markle Is Seeking These Characteristics In A Nanny

They’re set to become parents any day now, but once they resume royal duties, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry will likely want to enlist the services of a nanny to help them raise their little boy or girl. However, when it comes to the person they will leave in charge of their child, the Duchess of Sussex is seeking specific requirements.

According to royal correspondent Gavin Grey, instead of going with tradition when it comes to who she will hire, Markle is instead seeking someone who is “discreet and not starstruck,” with a salary of “around £70,000.” In addition, she isn’t going with someone British at all.

“Lots of speculation that they might go for a Norland nanny because that’s what in the past lots of Royal Family members have done. Certainly, Kate and Will have got a Norland nanny. This is a college of nannies here in the UK, very well respected,” he said. “But actually, it is being rumored what Prince Harry and Meghan are now looking at is for an American nanny and, wait for it, possibly a man.”

“Well, why not I guess? Apparently, the recruitment agencies in America are being scoured for somebody that might be suitable,” he added. “I would suggest it is somebody who is discreet and not starstruck, and a salary of around £70,000.”

It was previously reported by the Daily Mirror that the Duke and Duchess were actively searching for a nanny, but that Markle favored using one from the United States over Great Britain.

“Meghan and Harry have clear ideas on how to bring up their children,” the source said. “Meghan was clear in telling recruiters she favors an American over a Brit and wants them to feel part of the family rather than a uniformed member of staff.”

“That is important to her, she’s never hidden the fact she is fiercely proud of her American roots,” the source added.