Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex and Hollywood-turned-royalty export, is once again making headlines—this time for lamenting that motherhood hasn’t turned out the way she “envisioned.” On the latest episode of her podcast *Confessions of a Female Founder*, Meghan opened up about how juggling her high-profile lifestyle with parenting hasn’t exactly gone according to plan.
Apparently, raising children while living in a multimillion-dollar mansion in Montecito, California, with a full-time nanny and unlimited resources is more “overwhelming” than she expected.
Meghan, 42, shared that before becoming a mother to son Archie, 6, and daughter Lilibet, 3, she had dreamed of giving speeches “with a baby on my hip,” balancing career and motherhood with the polished ease of a Pinterest-perfect life. But as she admitted, “It was not the way I envisioned it.”
Let’s be honest—welcome to the club, Meghan.
Millions of American moms could tell her that parenthood is rarely easy or glamorous, but unlike the Duchess, most do it without a palace-sized budget, full-time staff, or a personal PR team. They’re working two jobs, cooking dinner, helping with homework, and keeping a roof over their heads—all without the luxury of professional help or the option to step away from the spotlight whenever things get “overwhelming.”
Still, Markle insists that she’s a “working mom” who wants her children to see her that way. But the reality is that for most working moms, “work” doesn’t mean launching branded podcasts and dropping occasional Instagram posts—it means clocking in day after day and making sacrifices to provide for their families.
The Duchess and Prince Harry, after stepping down from royal duties in 2020, have tried to paint themselves as everyday people simply trying to raise a family. But their jet-setting lifestyle, sprawling Montecito estate, and Netflix deals make their “struggles” hard to relate to.
Markle also admitted that she and Harry relied on a nanny for five years. That’s not uncommon for wealthy families, of course, but it’s a far cry from the reality of most Americans, who often rely on extended family or juggle inconsistent daycare schedules to make ends meet.
Meghan’s comments might resonate with other elites navigating parenthood in the public eye, but for everyday Americans—especially conservative families who value grit, responsibility, and hands-on parenting—her complaints feel more like tone-deaf grumbling than genuine reflection.
As she tries to relaunch her public persona through media appearances and curated podcasts, Markle would do well to remember that true strength in motherhood isn’t defined by how well you multitask in the spotlight—but by how you show up when no one’s watching. And for that, America’s unsung, everyday moms already deserve the crown.
