Meghan Markle is reportedly finding her return to the UK more difficult than expected, with her close relationship with mother Doria Ragland becoming an important source of comfort.
According to claims from royal insiders cited by Heat World and reported by The News, Meghan remains deeply attached to her life in California after relocating to Britain with Prince Harry and their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.
The Duchess of Sussex is said to be missing Montecito, her friends and the familiar routine she built there. Most significantly, insiders claim that she misses her mother, Doria, who remains based in California.
Key Takeaways
- Meghan Markle is reportedly speaking with Doria Ragland every day.
- Royal insiders claim the Duchess can sometimes talk to her mother several times a day.
- Doria remains in California while Meghan and her family adjust to life in Britain.
- Meghan is reportedly hoping for regular trips back to California.
- Insiders say Meghan would like to spend Thanksgiving and Christmas at home with her children.
The reported daily contact highlights how important Doria remains in Meghan's life. The source claimed that Meghan talks to her mother every day, sometimes more than once, but that regular phone conversations cannot fully replace the time they previously spent together.
The distance has reportedly become more noticeable since Meghan and Harry returned to Britain. While the family is settling into their new routine, Doria has remained in California rather than making the move across the Atlantic.
Meghan is also reportedly hoping that the family can make regular trips back to California. According to the claims, she would prefer to return for Thanksgiving and remain there through Christmas, although Harry is said to have a different preference about how long the family should stay in the UK.
Family traditions are another reason the holiday season may be particularly important to Meghan. Insiders claim she values the Christmas traditions she has created with Archie and Lilibet and would like to celebrate them at their California home.
The reports also suggest that Meghan's homesickness is not limited to missing her mother. She is said to miss her friends, familiar surroundings and everyday routine in Montecito.
For now, Meghan and Harry are continuing to navigate their life in Britain while remaining connected to California. Her reported daily conversations with Doria appear to be one way Meghan is maintaining that important family connection despite the distance.
