Commentator Questions Motives Behind Meghan Markle's Social Media Posts Featuring Children

A commentator has offered an opinion on the recent appearances of Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet on their mother, Meghan Markle's, social media. The Duchess of Sussex has shared glimpses of her private life with her children in Montecito, California, throughout the year. These glimpses include the children assisting with baking and spending time in the garden, enjoying the Californian climate. The faces of the children are not visible in the shared videos or photos, maintaining their privacy.

The couple moved to Montecito, California, in 2020, after stepping down from their roles as senior working royals. The commentator has questioned the underlying reasons for the Sussex children's increased online presence, especially considering the couple's previous emphasis on privacy.

Nadine Dorries, a former politician, writing in the Daily Mail, posed the question of why the children are now appearing online after years of being kept out of the public eye. She suggested that their presence might be intended to support Meghan's lifestyle brand, which promotes an image of a perfect home and family life, embodying the Californian ideal of motherhood. Dorries also mentioned the impact of Meghan’s podcast. She noted that Harry had been adamant about shielding his children from public scrutiny, a contrast to the situation of their cousins in the UK. Dorries expressed doubt that Harry would be entirely pleased with his children's presence on social media.

This commentary follows the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's call for greater protections for children on social media. In a recent interview, they expressed their desire for more action to safeguard children online. Harry stated his gratitude that his children are currently too young to use social media, emphasizing the importance of changing things to prevent children from being negatively impacted by it.