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Princess Kate and her daughter Princess Charlotte seem to have a lighthearted, yet subtle competition regarding their appearances in public. As royals, Kate and Charlotte are bound by strict codes of conduct that govern nearly every aspect of their lives from clothing choices to behavior. However, one area where a mother-daughter dynamic may play a role is in hair styling preferences.
During the recent Trooping the Colour event, eagle-eyed royal watchers noticed Kate repeatedly tucking Charlotte's hair behind her shoulders as seen in a video shared on social media. One commenter remarked that it appeared Charlotte was trying to wear her hair in her face, prompting her mother to neatly rearrange it. The video then showed multiple moments of Kate gently fixing Charlotte's dress or patting down any stray hairs.
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This sweet interaction between Kate and Charlotte brought delight to many fans, with several commenting they knew the feeling well of their own mothers always "fixing" their hair or appearance. One said it was exactly like them and their mom, while another humorously stated their mother claimed it was so she could "feast her eyes" on their "exquisite countenance." Clearly many saw this as typical maternal fussing rather than anything unique to royalty.
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Indeed, mothers across all socioeconomic classes are known to have preferences for their children's appearance and style. As one viewer astutely pointed out - regardless of being a royal or not, mothers will attempt to make you comply with their desired look. So while Kate maintains her impeccably polished appearance as befitting her position, it seems she can't help exercising some influence over how her daughter presents herself in public as well through hair adjustments.
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Beneath any competition that may exist is undoubtedly Kate's role as an active, hands-on mother despite relying on nannies at times. She continues to be visibly involved in activities with her children like cycling and baking. However, Prince William and Kate have also established household rules for six-year-old George, seven-year-old Charlotte, and three-year-old Louis at their Adelaide Cottage home in Windsor.
One rule in particular that must be strictly followed, according to an insider source, is a ban on shouting. Raising one's voice is said to be "absolutely forbidden" for the children, and any incidents are promptly addressed by removing those involved rather than more traditional punishments like sending to their rooms. This approach emphasizes de-escalation and resolving issues calmly.
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When misbehavior does occur, William or Kate take the child away privately for a conversation to explain why their actions were wrong, clarify expectations, and outline consequences - all without yelling. This contrasts with reports of Prince Charles yelling at his sons as children in the past. By fostering an atmosphere of open communication free from aggression or anger, the Cambridges seem focused on raising their trio in a warm, stable environment centered on positivity, understanding and problem-solving.
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Their commitment to involved, balanced parenting was on display recently with Kate's surprise appearance at Trooping the Colour alongside George, Charlotte and Louis after months away recovering from illness. Royal fans were thrilled to see the family uniting to celebrate the Queen despite Kate's well-earned break. Her visual engagement with Charlotte further reinforced their close bond even amidst the scrutiny and rigidity that comes with royal lives.
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While the playful competition over hair may be innocuous, it highlights how Kate strives to mold Charlotte into a miniature version of herself just as any mother would. Beneath royal titles, they remain a typical mother daughter duo negotiating shared style passions. And through William and Kate's calm, considered approach to discipline without harshness or aggression, they continue cultivating a supportive home dynamic for their young heirs to thrive within amidst the pressures of the spotlight.
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