Meghan Markle's Birthday Tradition For Archie Taught By Mom Doria Ragland

May 06, 2021 by apost team

It's already been two years since Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor was born, and boy has the little guy grown.

Archie was born in the early morning of May 6, 2019, at the Portland Hospital in London. He was born and remains until now 7th in line to the British Throne.

For a boy with only two years under his belt, Archie has certainly moved around the world. Having been born in London, Archie moved with his parents Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, to Vancouver Island for several months before they moved back to Meghan's home state of California. Then, after both Prince Harry and Meghan Markle stepped down as working members of the royal family, the group moved to Los Angeles — a familiar place for former actress Meghan — in March of 2020. However, not satisfied with the hustle and bustle of Los Angeles life, Harry, Meghan, and Archie decided to settle in Montecito, Santa Barbara, for some more privacy. Having moved a countless number of times between three different countries and even having toured South Africa, the little toddler is certainly well-traveled, not to mention well-loved. 

Prince Harry, Meghan, and Archie will be marking the toddler's second birthday in Montecito this year, and it's been reported that Meghan Markle's mother, Doria Ragland, will be by the family's side for the celebration. While the royal family has many traditions, Meghan reportedly has her own birthday tradition for Archie that was taught to her by her mother, Doria. 

Read on to learn more about Meghan's special birthday tradition for Archie.

On the day of Archie's birth, his father, Prince Harry, addressed the public, announcing that his wife had given birth to a "very healthy baby boy," assuring everyone that both baby and mother were well and resting. 

Just two days later, the young family made their first outing as a unit, with the newborn making his debut as the newest member of the Royal family. That same day, Harry and Meghan Markle formally announced their son's name – Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor.

At just a little over a month old, the (no longer in use) Sussex Royal Instagram page shared a photo of Archie, clenching at Harry's finger. 

"Happy Father's Day! And wishing a very special first Father's Day to The Duke of Sussex!" the caption read.

Two months after his birth, on July 6, Archie was christened in an intimate ceremony at Queen Elizabeth's Private Chapel in Windsor Castle. 

To mark the special day, Harry and Meghan released two new photos of their son: One surrounded by his extended family and a second, more intimate shot with his parents. 

Needless to say, the royal family has tons of traditions surrounding birthdays, but it turns out Meghan has her own birthday tradition that she learned from her mother, Doria Ragland. Since the family will be celebrating Archie's birthday in their luxurious home in Montecito, California, it's been reported that Meghan's mother Doria will also be there to mark the special occasion. According to OK! Magazine, Meghan has her an extra special birthday tradition of her own that she learned from her beloved Doria. 

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Meghan even once wrote about back when she had her own blog called, The TIG, which is now only available in archives since it has been deactivated. According to an interview by Tory Burch with Meghan from back in 2014, THE TIG was Meghan's lifestyle blog before it was deleted. Regarding the inspiration behind the blog's name, Meghan said, "Tignanello is a full-bodied red wine that I tried about seven years ago. In wine circles, it is nicknamed "Tig." It was my first moment of getting it — I finally understood what people meant by the body, structure, finish, legs of wine. The TIG is my nickname for me getting it. Not just wine, but everything."

Meghan once even wrote on The TIG blog about a birthday tradition that she does every year, taught to her by her mom Doria. According to Elle, Meghan wrote on her blog back in 2016:

"My mum has always said that birthdays are your own personal New Year. Your own chance to make resolutions just for yourself and what you prognosticate for your year ahead."

Since Archie will be spending his birthday with his parents and grandmother Doria in California, Meghan will likely be passing down this tradition to her son. 

Archie also celebrated his birthday in California last year, getting to partake in the popular American tradition of cake-smashing, in which the baby gets his own personal cake to smash and eat on his first birthday. 

According to OK! Magazine — along with Doria — Harry, Meghan, and Archie might also receive a visit from family friend Katharine McPhee.

What do you think about Meghan's birthday tradition of setting resolutions, almost like on the New Year? Let us know your thoughts, and be sure to pass this on to your loved ones!