The Princess of Wales is the eldest of three children born to Carole and Michael Middleton, who also share daughter Pippa, 39, and James, 35. The family maintain a close relationship, with Carole and Michael playing an important role in the lives of Kate and William, and their children, Prince George, nine, Princess Charlotte, seven, and Prince Louis, four.
This week has marked the launch of ‘Shaping Us’ – milestone in Kate’s royal work in early childhood development. Indeed, she described the campaign as her ‘life’s work’.
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Launched in partnership with the Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood, with support from a range of high-profile figures from the world of media, music, science and sports, the campaign began with the release of a short film, which highlights how babies and children develop in response to their earliest experiences. It was followed by an outing with Prince William to the BAFTA headquarters, then a visit to Leeds earlier this week.
The Princess of Wales with her father Michael Middleton
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Wrapping up against the winter chill, the Princess of Wales pulled on a classic L.K.Bennett Darwin jacket – a chic shearling number which has been in her wardrobe for over a decade – and a favourite fair isle knit jumper by Holland Cooper. The practical streak continued with a pair of slim-fit jeans, and hard-wearing brown boots by Blundstone.
The princess joined Kemp, son of Spandau Ballet star Martin Kemp, for a stroll to discuss the importance of mental health and early childhood development, as part of her new Shaping Us initiative, launched this week. Kemp, who is a champion for the royal project, touched upon how he became a public advocate for better mental health care and support following the suicide of his close friend and producer, Joe Lyons. The royal is also working with celebrities including Fearne Cotton and Professor Green to promote the initiative.
