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Meghan Markle is embracing the magic of the holidays, thanks to her children with Prince Harry.
In an interview with Marie Claire, the 43-year-old Duchess of Sussex reflected on how her children — son Archie, five, and daughter Lilibet, three — are reaching the age when the festive season feels even more special.
“I love the holidays,” Meghan shared enthusiastically. “Archie and Lilibet are now three and five, so every year it gets better.”
She explained how the experience of parenting during the Christmas season has evolved over the years, saying: “At first, I think as a mom with children, you’re just enjoying having them there, but they’re not understanding everything that’s happening yet. But now we’re at the age where I just can’t wait to see it through their lens every year.”
When it comes to Thanksgiving, the Sussexes prefer a more relaxed approach.
“We’re always pretty low-key,” Meghan said, as she mentioned how meaningful it is to stay close to family. “Being close to my mom is great,” she noted, referring to her mother Doria Ragland, who also resides in California.
Meghan went on to explain how she cherishes the spirit of Thanksgiving, as wll as the traditions that make the holiday so special for her family and friends. While reflecting on hosting the holiday in previous years, she shared: “I was thinking about, in the past few years of having Thanksgiving here, like many of us, I think you always make sure there’s room at the table for your friends who don’t have family, which is really key.”
The American Riviera Orchard founder even revealed her most memorable guest: none other than feminist icon Gloria Steinem, who “came for Thanksgiving” last year.
When it comes to how the Sussexes celebrate major events, Meghan told Marie Claire they prioritize keeping things fun and meaningful.
“We’re always making sure we have something fun to do,” she said. “Like any other family, you spend time having a great meal and then what do you do? Play games, all the same stuff, someone brings a guitar — fun.”
For Meghan, every holiday with Archie and Lilibet is a chance to create memories steeped in tradition. “Every single holiday is a new adventure,” she said, emphasizing how important it is for her children to experience the “magic” of cherished customs.
Whether it’s bonding over “great recipes that they end up connecting to a formative memory,” or embracing the wonder of Christmas with traditions like leaving “carrots for the reindeer,” the duchess makes sure each celebration is one to remember.
