Princess Catherine Opens Up About Her Amazing Granny’s Influence on Her Parenting

Princess Catherine, also known as the Princess of Wales, recently shared some heartfelt insights into her own childhood and how her grandmother, Valerie Glassborough, played a significant role in shaping her approach to raising her three children.

In an interview aimed at encouraging Britons to participate in the 5 Big Question on the Under 5s survey, the Princess fondly recalled her grandmother's impact on her younger years.

Before Catherine was born, her grandmother, Valerie Glassborough, led an intriguing life.

During World War II, Glassborough worked as a codebreaker at Bletchley Park alongside her twin sister, Mary.

After leaving Bletchley, she married Captain Peter Francis Middleton, an RAF fighter pilot, and together they had four sons, with Catherine's father, Michael, being the eldest.

During the Happy Mum, Happy Baby podcast, Princess Catherine expressed her gratitude for her amazing granny, who devoted a lot of time to her and her siblings when they were young.

She reminisced about the joyful moments spent playing, doing arts and crafts, gardening, and cooking with their grandmother.

These experiences have left a lasting impression on the Princess and have influenced her own parenting style when it comes to educating and nurturing Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis.

The Princess emphasized the importance of a happy home and a safe environment for children, echoing the values instilled in her by her grandmother.

She wished for her own children to have a similar upbringing, where love, playfulness, and creativity are cherished.

While Princess Catherine has been known to indulge in a variety of cuisines during official engagements and royal tours, her home-cooked meals for her children are simple and comforting.

It turns out that many of her favorite dishes are classic family-friendly recipes.

Italian cuisine is a particular favorite, and the Princess often cooks up a delicious bowl of mac and cheese for her little ones.

During a visit to Lavender Primary School, she shared this tidbit with Matthew Kleinerman, revealing how her children actively participate in the cooking process.

From stirring the flour to adding milk and butter, they enjoy making meals together as a family.

Another culinary adventure that the Princess and her children embark on is making homemade pizza from scratch.

Prince George and Princess Charlotte delight in getting their hands messy while kneading the dough.

It's an adorable sight that showcases their love for cooking and quality time spent together.

Prince William, Catherine's husband, also has his own culinary preferences.

During a visit to Japan House in London, he expressed his love for sushi, surprising many with his taste for seafood.

As he enjoyed some salmon sashimi, he jokingly mentioned that he and Catherine might have to visit the restaurant for lunch when it's less crowded.

This revelation dispels the misconception that the Royal family avoids seafood and highlights their willingness to explore different flavors from around the world.

Even during her pregnancy, Catherine's adventurous palate didn't waver.

When she was seven months pregnant with Prince George, she had the pleasure of savoring a homemade vegetable dish prepared by an Indian couple, Chan Shingadaya and her husband Hash, who owned a spa shop near her Berkshire residence at the time.

Being a vegetarian, Chan only cooked meat-free dishes, catering to Catherine's dietary preferences during her pregnancy.

Although the Princess enjoys spicy food, she admitted that her husband, Prince William, isn't as tolerant of spices.