Meghan Markle Opens Up About Her Sweet 'Nightcap Recap' Ritual With Prince Harry

Meghan Markle has shared some insights into her family life with Prince Harry and the traditions they partake in to end their day.

In a new interview, the duchess revealed that she and the duke prepare school lunches for their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, while reflecting on their day.

Meghan Markle's new Netflix series, "With Love, Meghan," also offers a glimpse into their Montecito life, emphasizing mindful parenting and community connections.

In an interview with People Magazine, Meghan shared a personal evening ritual she enjoys with her husband, Prince Harry, combining winding down with a touch of reflection.

The 43-year-old Duchess of Sussex revealed that she and Harry, 40, end each day with what they call "nightcap recaps."

As they prepare school lunches for their children, they take a moment to enjoy a drink together and talk about their day.

"I think all parents in this phase with kids the same age know it's rinse and repeat," Meghan shared, referring to the nightly rhythm they've established.

Once the kitchen duties are wrapped up, the couple often unwinds by enjoying some TV time.

"We love 'Shrinking.' We just finished 'Black Doves,' and we're excited for the new season of 'The White Lotus,'" she said.

In her show, "With Love, Meghan," the duchess gave viewers a glimpse into her family life in Montecito, sharing insights into her role as a mother.

During the second episode, while preparing a vibrant rainbow fruit salad for a children's garden party, Meghan reflected on the importance of being fully present as a parent.

"It's a real delight in being able to be a present parent. And it's a luxury sometimes because we all have to work. We all have a lot of stuff to do," she said, per the Daily Mail. "But when you can take a minute to just... finding the fun in those moments, makes for a really sweet start to the weekend."

The duchess then completed the dish with dollops of yogurt and delicate flower sprinkles.

Emphasizing the value of everyday moments, she added, "It doesn't need to be big for a party; it's how you incorporate these practices every day."

Although Harry largely stayed out of the spotlight, he briefly appeared in the season finale when Meghan hosted a brunch with her close community.

Appearing at the outdoor gathering hosted by Meghan, Harry joined a lively group of guests, including her mother, Doria Ragland.

Meghan lit up as he arrived in a relaxed linen shirt and jeans. "Oh, there he is," she said with a smile.

The couple shared a warm moment as they admired the beautifully arranged spread of champagne, mimosas, quiche, bacon, pancakes, and salad.

"Good, right?" Meghan asked. Harry, ever the supportive husband, nodded approvingly. "Well done," he told her. "You did a great job. I love it."

Later, as Meghan expressed gratitude to her guests for their love and support, Harry looked on proudly, raising his glass.

"This feels like a new chapter that I'm so excited to share," Meghan said. "Thank you for the love and support. And here we go, it's a business. All of that is that creativity that I've missed so much."

As Redbone's "Come and Get Your Love" played in the background, Harry lifted his glass for a toast. "To you!" he cheered.

Since the release of Meghan's Netflix show, it has received a barrage of criticism from several media outlets and other critics, including Princess Diana's former biographer, Tina Brown.

In her Substack newsletter titled Fresh Hell, the ex-Vanity Fair editor claimed that the series proves that the former actress has an "unerring instinct for getting it wrong."

According to the journalist, Meghan has also "never figured out a convincing persona," a statement that seems to take a dig at the duchess' rumored intention for the show to be about her authentic self.

Brown further suggested that the former actress should have chosen to focus on a project detailing "what a spectacular failure the past five years have been" if she aimed for it to be successful.

While several critics have claimed Meghan came off as "inauthentic" and "forced" on her show, people who were on set with the duchess shared an entirely different opinion.

Crew members from the series described the mother of two as "friendly" and "approachable," noting that she fostered a "chill" atmosphere on set.

They also mentioned receiving personalized gifts from Meghan at the end of filming.

A crew member told People Magazine: "She gave us a pan from Our Place, a sauté-style fry pan. And a personally monogrammed spoon with her handwriting that says, 'Thank You, Crew.'"