Members of the royal family might be experts in international diplomacy and immaculate decorum, but keeping a child in check requires a completely different skill set. While they have mastered the strict rules of public life, these global figures are just as vulnerable to the everyday challenges of parenting.
For all their regal prowess, however, the royals have had their fair share of relatable parenting moments.
From settling toddler tantrums to getting stuck in with the school run, the likes of the Princess of Wales and Zara Tindall have proved that at times, they're just like the rest of us.
See below for the most relatable royal parenting moments…
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© Getty ImagesZara Tindall with Lucas
Princess Anne's daughter Zara Tindall is a busy mother-of-three and is frequently pictured with daughters Mia and Lena and son Lucas. Whether they're attending a horse trial or enjoying a family day out, the Tindalls are one of the most relatable royal families out there.
Back in August 2022, former Olympian Zara had her hands full at the Festival of British Eventing at Gatcombe Park. Although Lucas was a ball of energy, eagerly grabbing two reins, Zara kept her cool.
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© Getty ImagesPrincess Kate with Prince Louis
The Princess of Wales had a relatable moment in 2022 at the Platinum Jubilee of the late Queen Elizabeth II. The celebratory occasion proved an instant hit with Kate's son Prince Louis who was photographed letting his hair down as he watched from the sidelines.
During one moment, however, Louis showcased his cheeky antics and was spotted pulling an array of amusing faces. Kate nonetheless handled the situation like a pro and calmly controlled the situation with grace.
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© Getty ImagesPrince William with Prince George
Prince William looked every inch the doting dad in 2016 when he navigated Prince George's tantrum at the Royal International Air Tattoo at RAF Fairford. When the royal tot briefly lost his cool, William stepped in and consoled the youngster with ease.
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© Getty ImagesPrincess Anne with Peter Phillips
While a Buckingham Palace balcony appearance looks incredibly grand and perfectly orchestrated to the rest of the world, Princess Anne treated it just like any mother trying to get her kids to behave in public. In a documentary celebrating the Princess Royal's 70th birthday, her son, Peter Phillips, revealed that his mother was the ultimate disciplinarian before the doors opened.
He joked that right before stepping out, they would get a "clip round the ear" and a stern warning from Anne: "Right, behave yourself, you know, we're going out on the balcony. Don't pick your nose and you know, don't yawn."
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© Getty ImagesPrincess Kate with Princess Charlotte
The Princess of Wales sweetly consoled Princess Charlotte back in 2017 on the last day of their official visit to Poland and Germany. While Charlotte had a mini tantrum, the royal mother-of-three expertly diffused the situation and calmly spoke to her tot.
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© Getty ImagesQueen Mary with Princess Josephine
Queen Mary of Denmark looked like any other mother in 2013 as she pushed her daughter Princess Josephine on a swing at Grasten Castle.
Eschewing her typically regal attire, the Danish royal donned a simple navy summer dress, espadrilles and a pair of sunglasses. Princess Josephine, meanwhile, looked adorable beaming from ear to ear in a floral summer dress.
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© Getty ImagesPrincess Diana with William and Harry
Princess Diana was renowned for getting heavily stuck in with Prince William and Prince Harry's early life. The royal mum loved nothing more than getting stuck in with a sports day and frequently did the school run, just like any other mum.
She was pictured here in 1990 taking William and Harry to school in London, dressed down in a brown suede jacket and a funky, patterned skirt.
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© Getty ImagesPrincess Anne with Zara and Peter
Princess Anne could have been mistaken for any other mother in 1992 as she attended the Royal Windsor Horse Show with her two children Peter and Zara.
Dressed in khaki corduroys and a simple forest green knit, Anne was photographed having a serious conversation with Zara amid the sporting action.
