Meghan Markle shares new photo of kids Archie and Lilibet's Invictus Games gifts
Meghan left Canada early to return to California to their children
Meghan Markle may have left Canada to reunite with her kids, but she’s still showing her support for Prince Harry and the Invictus Games.
The Duchess of Sussex, 43, took to Instagram after returning home to California from the Invictus Games in Vancouver and Whistler, Canada.
In a new photo posted to her Instagram Stories, Meghan shared a glimpse inside the family’s Montecito home, revealing a selection of Canadian treats and souvenirs she brought back for her two children, Archie, five, and Lilibet, three.
Meghan Markle and kids enjoy Invictus Games gifts
The snapshot showed a bucket of fruit on the kitchen countertop, along with a view of the greenery outside. But it was the sweet surprises for Archie and Lilibet that most likely caught fans’ attention.
Among the treats were chocolates shaped like mountains and bear paws, Timbits – the mini doughnuts from Canadian chain Tim Hortons – and a special chocolate featuring the “I Am” Invictus Games logo.
Meghan captioned the snap: “A taste of Canada and the Invictus Games for our little ones! Cheering you on from home!”
But Archie and Lilibet weren’t just treated to Canadian sweet treats. They also received custom Invictus Games jerseys from Team Nigeria.
The matching green and yellow jerseys featured the children’s names on the back.
They were given to Harry and Meghan at a wheelchair basketball event on February 9 in Vancouver.
Team Nigeria’s manager, Derrick Cobbinah, told PEOPLE: “We did one for him, one for Meghan, and for the kids. She was very, very excited. They said they would be excited to have them.”
Prince Harry on Meghan’s support at Invictus Games: ‘I love that she’s by my side’
Before Meghan flew back to California, she and Harry shared several loved-up moments at the games, including kisses and holding hands at an NHL game between the Vancouver Canucks and Toronto Maple Leafs.
Speaking exclusively to PEOPLE recently, Prince Harry said: “To have my wife here supporting me is amazing. I love that she’s by my side. It’s such an important piece to this whole adventure.”
A spectator at the games also commented on the strength of the couple’s relationship.
A taste of Canada and the Invictus Games for our little ones!
“There is a lot of speculation about them and their marriage, but this reinforces one thing to me at least – there is no separation,” they revealed to PEOPLE. “It looks like they present a united front when it comes to matters they both care about.”
Despite the couple’s strong bond, Meghan’s early departure from Canada sparked curiosity.
Why Prince Harry and Meghan Markle keep their children’s faces private
The couple and their two kids live in California after the couple stepped back from their senior royal roles in early 2020.
Now, Harry and Meghan decide to keep their children out of the spotlight as much as possible. And there's a reason why too.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle want to keep children 'protected'
Previous reports claimed that Harry felt "reluctant" about showing his kids’ faces publicly.
An insider told PEOPLE: "Harry has been reluctant to show his children publicly, not out of a desire to hide them but to protect their privacy and safety from potential threats."
"He wants them to lead as normal a life as possible without the fear of kidnapping or harm. As a dad and husband, Harry is determined to ensure that history doesn’t repeat itself," they added. It seemingly refers to the tragic death of Harry’s mother Princess Diana in 1997.
What do Archie and Lilibet look like?
Despite there not being many photos out there of Archie and Lilibet now as they're getting older, Harry and Meghan have offered details on their two children.
The youngsters were seen on the couple's 2024 Christmas card. However, Meghan and Harry only chose to show Archie and Lilibet facing away from the camera. But Lilibet's beautiful red hair was on display, leaving royal fans gushing.
Recalling a conversation that Prince Harry had at the WellChild Awards, HELLO!'s chief content officer Sophie Vokes-Dudgeon said: "Archie and Lili have been blessed with their mother’s thick hair, he told us, self-effacingly, as he marvelled that it won’t be long until Lili can sit on hers."
Meghan and Harry welcomed Archie in May 2019 and Lilibet in June 2021.
However, a source close to the Sussexes clarified the reason behind her decision.
“This was always planned. Meghan is going home to be with her children,” they told HELLO. “This is Prince Harry’s event, and she is there to support him, but this was planned.”
Harry is expected to stay in Canada until the games’ closing ceremony on February 16 as part of his role as founder and patron of the Invictus Games.
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