Prince Harry appoints Meghan Markle's mum with important role as he snubs royal tradition
dailyrecord.co.ukPrince William and Kate Middleton may have splashed out on a Norland nanny with a hefty six-figure salary to care for their three kids, but Prince Harry, 39, and Meghan Markle, 42, have chosen a more traditional route.Insiders reveal that the Sussexes have decided to keep childcare within the family, with Meghan's mum, Doria Ragland, stepping into the role of nanny.
The source shared that Doria's involvement came after a string of unsuccessful stints with professional nannies over recent years, the Express reports.The insider said: "Harry and Meghan have employed various nannies in the past, but now that Doria has moved in with them, she's stepped up to help with the kids."There's sometimes extra help, but Doria is working closely with Meghan to ensure the children are raised in a tight-knit and loving family setting." Initially, the Sussexes had hired Lorren Khumalo, a paediatric nurse and consultant, to look after Prince Archie shortly after his birth.
At that time, the family was residing at Frogmore Cottage before they announced their decision to step back from their royal duties and move to the United States.In an interview last year, Lorren recalled her first visit to Frogmore Cottage to meet Harry and Meghan.
Despite receiving a speeding ticket en route, she was put at ease by Harry's relaxed and friendly manner, describing the home as very "normal" and Harry as "barefoot."It was also reported that Meghan and Harry were forced to dismiss a night nanny after an unsettling night time incident with Archie, which made them wary of subsequent hires.
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