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Kate Middleton Reveals Why This Photo Of Princess Charlotte Is So Significant

Kate Middleton joined the “Happy Mum, Happy Baby” podcast over the weekend and spoke about being a parent to her three children: Prince George, 6, Princess Charlotte, 4 and Prince Louis, 1.

During the podcast with host Giovanna Fletcher, the Duchess of Cambridge discussed the “simple things” she wants her children to remember. She also mentioned a particular photo of little Charlotte that holds a special meaning for her as a mom.

“I remember that from my childhood ― doing the simple things, going for a walk together, and that’s really what I try and do with my children as well because it totally strips away all the complications, all the pressures,” Kate said, adding that she didn’t want them to remember a “stressful household where you’re trying to do everything” instead.

“It’s something I’m really passionate about,” the duchess said.

Extolling the virtues of being outside for “physical and mental wellbeing,” she said, “It’s such a great environment to actually spend time building those quality relationships without the distractions of ‘I’ve got to cook’ and ‘I’ve got to do this.’ And actually, it’s so simple.”

She continued, “I’ve got this one photo of Charlotte smelling a bluebell and I just ― really for me ― it’s moments like that that mean so much to me as a parent. And I try every day to put moments like that in, even if they’re small, even if I don’t have time.”

Kensington Palace’s Instagram account later shared the sweet photo of Charlotte bending over to smell the little flower:

Kate appeared on the podcast on behalf of her latest initiative, called 5 Big Questions on the Under 5s. According to Kensington Palace, the project is a “landmark survey which gives people across the UK an opportunity to provide their view on raising the next generation.”

In 2019, the duchess highlighted the importance of young kids being outside before unveiling her “Back to Nature Garden” for the RHS Chelsea Flower Show in 2019.

“In recent years I have focused much of my work on the early years, and how instrumental they are for outcomes later in life,” she said at the time, via the palace’s Instagram. “I believe that spending time outdoors when we are young can play a role in laying the foundations for children to become happy, healthy adults.”

After a few whirlwind weeks of engagements, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge don’t have any appearances lined up this week, as George and Charlotte have a break from school.

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Jan. 15

The Duchess of Cambridge visits the Islington Community Garden in London on Jan. 15, 2019.
The Duchess of Cambridge visits the Islington Community Garden in London on Jan. 15, 2019.

Jan. 16

Kate visits London's Royal Opera House on Jan. 16.
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Jan. 29

Prince William, the Duke of Cambridge, and Kate officially open the V&A Dundee design museum in Dundee, Scotland, on Jan. 29.
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Feb. 5

Kate visits Lavender Primary School in London in support of Place2Be's Children's Mental Health Week on Feb. 5.
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Feb. 10

The duchess attends the EE British Academy Film Awards on Feb. 10 in London.
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Feb. 13

Kate attends a 'Mental Health In Education' conference at Mercers’ Hall on Feb. 13 in London.
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Feb. 13

Kate attends a gala dinner in aid of ‘Mentally Healthy Schools’ at London's Victoria and Albert Museum on Feb. 13.
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Feb. 27

Kate visits the Empire Music Hall in Belfast, Northern Ireland, on Feb. 27.
Kate visits the Empire Music Hall in Belfast, Northern Ireland, on Feb. 27.

Feb. 27

The duchess takes part in a football training session with children during a visit to the National Stadium in Belfast on Feb. 27.
The duchess takes part in a football training session with children during a visit to the National Stadium in Belfast on Feb. 27.

Feb. 27

Kate and William, Duke of Cambridge, visit during their visit to the National Stadium on Feb. 27.
Kate and William, Duke of Cambridge, visit during their visit to the National Stadium on Feb. 27.

Feb. 28

The duchess visits CineMagic at the Braid Arts Centre in Ballymena, Northern Ireland, on Feb. 28.
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March 5

Kate attends a reception to mark the fiftieth anniversary of the investiture of her father-in-law, the Prince of Wales, at Buckingham Palace on March 5.
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March 6

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March 11

Kate arrives for the Commonwealth Service at Westminster Abbey on March 11.
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March 12

The duchess visits the Henry Fawcett Children's Centre in London on March 12.
The duchess visits the Henry Fawcett Children's Centre in London on March 12.

March 12

The duchess attends the Portrait Gala 2019 at London's National Portrait Gallery on March 12.
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March 17

The duchess attends the St. Patrick's Day Parade at Cavalry Barracks in Hounslow, England, on March 17.
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March 19

Kate visits The Foundling Museum in London on March 19.
Kate visits The Foundling Museum in London on March 19.

March 28

The duchess visits the Scouts’ headquarters at Gilwell Park in Epping, England, on March 28. 
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April 25

The duchess attends the ANZAC Day Service of Commemoration and Thanksgiving at Westminster Abbey on April 25.
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April 21

Kate and William attend Easter Sunday service at St. George's Chapel in Windsor, England, on April 21.
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May 1

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May 7

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May 8

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May 8

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May 14

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May 20

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May 20

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The duke and duchess at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show on May 20.

May 21

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The duke and duchess attending the Royal Garden Party at Buckingham Palace on May 21.

June 3

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The duchess and U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin at the East Gallery for a state banquet at Buckingham Palace on June 3.

June 6

Kate attends the Household Division's 'Beating Retreat' at the Horse Guards Parade in London on June 6.
Kate attends the Household Division's 'Beating Retreat' at the Horse Guards Parade in London on June 6.

June 8

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June 11

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June 12

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