However, despite being there for school drop-offs, meal times and those all-important childhood milestones, the couple still require a little help due to their busy schedule of royal engagements – and that's where their nanny Maria Teresa Turrion Borrallo comes in.
It is no secret the Prince and Princess of Wales employ a nanny to support their childcare of Prince George, nine, Princess Charlotte, seven and Prince Louis, four. The Waleses consider Maria Teresa Turrion Borrallo, a nanny from the prestigious Norland agency, to be part of their own family.
The royal family hires only one royal nanny, even when there are three or more children, as is the case with William and Catherine's brood. That being said, the royal nanny is far from the only royal staff member charged with taking care of the needs of the tiny royal highnesses.
Despite being quite hands-on parents by royal standards, Kate Middleton and Prince William do still have one nanny that has been with the family for nearly a decade. Kate and William originally hired nanny Maria Borrallo, a Norland College alum, in 2014 when Prince George was just eight months old.
She has lived at Kensington Palace with the family for years and she travels with them and looks after the children during both official and leisure trips. A source told Hello! that the babysitter “had worked for other high-profile families” and that “her life is totally dedicated to the family she is working with”.
According to FEMAIL, newly qualified nannies can earn up to £42,000 for a non-residential role while some earn up to £120,000 after a few years' experience. This attractive salary also includes the benefits of designer handbags, trips abroad and luxurious living quarters.
Not many people know that Kate Middleton has her own lady-in-waiting who helps tend to the Duchess' every want and need.
Despite not being King and Queen juuuuust yet, Kate and William have a huge staff thanks to their position as senior working royals—though unlike King Charles, their aides are not "men in gray" (the nickname given to the power players pulling the strings at The Firm).
Kate and William typically sleep in the same bedroom in one of their residences. They often have their own bedrooms, however, and have at times stayed in separate rooms during their marriage. They have been known to travel for extensive periods of time, such as when William was on active military duty.
“Kate and William were very keen for a modest home to start their new lives in Windsor. Adelaide Cottage fits the bill because it is a four-bedroom home and they do not need any more as they have no live-in staff.
The famous institution in Bath, England has been training professional nannies for the rich, famous and Royalty since 1892. Norland nannies Abi and Greg - the first to get married.
Another report (not official) conducted by the Daily Mail in 2017, concluded Kate spent over $100,000 for just one quarter on clothes, or about $400,000 per year—a whole lot more than in 2017.
There are 15 members of staff in the Cambridges' team.
William and Kate do not regularly cook for themselves. As members of the Royal Family, they have access to a team of chefs that prepare meals for them. This includes a personal chef who handles their meals, a pastry chef, and a head chef.
Kate has previously revealed in the Happy Mum, Happy Baby podcast how she used hypnobirthing in her labours. She revealed: "Actually it was through hyperemesis that I really realised the power of the mind over the body because I really had to try everything and everything to try and help me through it.
Philippa Charlotte Matthews (née Middleton; born 6 September 1983) is a British socialite, author and columnist.
No washing machines
Prince Charles and Duchess Camilla's clothes are not allowed to be cleaned in washing machines—everything is hand washed.
According to protocol, Meghan is supposed to curtsy to those who outrank her. This includes the Queen, Prince Phillip, Prince Charles and his wife, Camilla. Because William is due to be the future King of England, he also receives a curtsy, and by extension so does Kate Middleton.
A duke or duchess is addressed as “your grace,” as is an archbishop, except for those royal dukes (members of the King's family), who are referred to as “royal highness.” The distinction of being referred to simply as “your highness” might logically be assumed to be that of the reigning monarch, but in Britain the King ...
Inside Buckingham Palace: A Home To A Small Army Of Staff
It's no secret that the palace has plenty of bedrooms for live-in staff, but there are a few restrictions on living and working there. The Queen has over 1,000 staff members, many of whom live on-site, where their meals are free, according to Forbes.
Whilst at University - where she famously met Prince William - like many other students, Kate decided to take on a role as a waitress. She revealed this during the 2019 broadcast of the Christmas TV special A Berry Royal Christmas, where the princess opened up about her hospitality experience to host Mary Berry.
The role is not typically paid, and it has been reported that Lady Hussey was not given a salary during her time in the position, instead serving the Queen out of loyalty. The Queen had at least five ladies in waiting during her reign, including Lady Hussey.
And, Kate's royal protection officer of 12 years is armed to the teeth. According to the Daily Mail, Sergeant Probert is a member of Scotland Yard's Protection Squad, and trained in martial arts. She also reportedly wears a stab vest, and carries a 9mm Glock pistol, and Taser stun gun while protecting the Royal Family.
Can you imagine Her Majesty with yellow dishwashing gloves on? At her former primary residence, Buckingham Palace, and at her current home, Windsor Castle, the Queen has a staff on hand to take care of most of the chores we non-royals dread: The laundry. Vacuuming. Washing the dishes after a meal.