What a man, right? Even though Meghan Markle is enjoying her well-deserved maternity leave and staying out of the public spotlight, her husband, Prince Harry, is making sure she knows just how much she means to him. And he did something truly special for her at Queen Elizabeth's garden party that really stood out. Let me tell you about it.
Here's the scoop: The royal couple shared a post on their Instagram account detailing Harry's day at the garden party held at Buckingham Palace. The 34-year-old Duke of Sussex went above and beyond to ensure that representatives from each of Meghan’s four patronages were well taken care of. These organizations—Smart Works, the Mayhew, the National Theatre, and the Association of Commonwealth Universities—were invited by Meghan before she went on maternity leave. It was a gesture that showed just how much Harry cares about continuing her work while she's focusing on motherhood.
Garden Parties: A Royal Tradition
According to the couple’s Instagram post, these garden parties are a way to honor guests for their incredible contributions to their communities. This tradition dates back to the 1860s during Queen Victoria’s reign. Harry didn’t stop there—aside from meeting representatives from Meghan’s patronages, he also took time to connect with a rep from the African Parks Network, where he serves as President, a mental health consultant for the Invictus Games, and countless others leading impactful initiatives. This shows just how much he values the work being done by these incredible individuals.
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Why No Paternity Leave?
It’s amazing to see Harry honoring Meghan’s wishes while she takes some time off. The former actress, 37, is expected to make her next public appearance at Trooping the Colour on June 8. As for Harry, there’s a reason why he didn’t take paternity leave after the birth of their first child, Archie. In the U.K., new dads are allowed up to two weeks of leave, but royal fathers often skip the full time off because they don’t have traditional jobs with set hours. Instead, they jump back into their royal duties. For instance, Prince William didn’t take any extended leave after the birth of his three children. Even when he was working as a
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