Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, recently shared a touching moment she experienced with her daughter, Princess Lilibet, during their first international trip after stepping back from royal duties. It was a simple, yet powerful interaction between mother and daughter, capturing the essence of how parenthood continues to shape Meghan’s life.

During a three-day tour in Nigeria on May 10, Meghan and Prince Harry visited the Lightway Academy, where they spent time with young students. While speaking to a kindergarten class, Meghan couldn’t resist recounting a special conversation she had with 2-year-old Lilibet. She began by telling the children, “Our daughter, Lili, she’s much, much smaller than you guys.” Meghan shared that Lilibet would be turning three soon, and described a moment that touched her deeply.

Meghan recalled how just a few weeks before, Lilibet had been looking into her eyes. “All she could see was her reflection in my eyes,” Meghan explained. Then, Lilibet said something that left a lasting impact: “Mama, I see myself in you.”

While Lilibet was likely speaking in a very literal sense, as toddlers do, Meghan interpreted her daughter’s words on a deeper, more emotional level. “In that moment, I thought, ‘Yes, I see myself in you, and you see yourself in me,’” Meghan shared. She reflected on how the bond between a mother and child goes far beyond physical resemblance, embodying a connection that transcends generations.

Seated beside Harry in the classroom, Meghan addressed the students, “As I look around this room, I see myself in all of you as well.” It was a sentiment that emphasized her belief in shared humanity and the powerful way children can reflect the best parts of the adults who nurture them.

Throughout their visit, Meghan and Harry, who are also parents to 5-year-old Prince Archie, joined the children in songs, dance lessons, and playful activities. According to People, Meghan remarked that this was Lilibet’s favorite type of class, “Maybe it’s all the hopping around,” she added with a smile, showing the fun-loving side of her young daughter.

Although Meghan and Harry are known for keeping their private life largely out of the public eye, they occasionally share glimpses into their family life with their children, Lilibet and Archie. Moments like these offer a rare window into the couple’s day-to-day lives as parents.

Back in February, Prince Harry gave an update on their children during an interview on Good Morning America. “The kids are doing great,” Harry said. He acknowledged how quickly both children were growing, saying, “They’re growing up so fast, like all kids do.”

The Duke of Sussex, now 39, also took a moment to reflect on the joy and grounding effect their children have brought into their lives. “They both have an incredible sense of humor. They keep us laughing and grounded every single day, just like most kids do,” Harry shared. “I’m just incredibly grateful to be their dad.”

Despite their efforts to lead a more private life, moments like these show how Meghan and Harry’s experiences as parents are not all that different from many families worldwide. The heartfelt connection between Meghan and Lilibet during their trip to Nigeria, as well as their commitment to their children’s happiness, reflects a universal truth about parenthood: that it’s full of joy, growth, and the occasional poignant moment that lingers long after it passes.