As Prince Harry opens up about his hopes for his children to attend the Invictus Games, Meghan Markle is making Valentine’s Day special for Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet

The Duchess of Sussex is making Valentine’s Day extra special for her children after returning home from Canada to be with them.

Meghan Markle, 43, has shared an adorable video of her making love-themed bagels with her kids, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, on her Instagram Stories, after leaving Prince Harry at the Invictus Games earlier this week. Meghan posted a video clip that showed her cutting strawberries into hearts and decorating marbled bagels with pink cream.

In the background of the footage, it seems her daughter Lilibet and son Archie are helping her prepare the Valentine’s treat, and the pair appear to be relaxed in their pyjamas at home. The post is one of many updates Meghan has shared on her social media since she flew home from Canada to reunite with their children on Tuesday. But she rarely shares glimpses of her youngsters, and royal fans have spotted just how grown-up five-year-old Archie looks in the clip.

Archie appeared to be helping his mum make some Valentine’s treats ( 
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The Duchess has been very active on Instagram today while her husband continues his work at the Games. Earlier, she shared an affectionate post with an unseen snap of her and Harry kissing at the dinner table. Meghan had her hand placed tentatively on the side of Harry’s cheek as they closed their eyes for the rare moment caught on camera. The Duchess added a touching message, honouring her husband for his work at the Games this week and a heartfelt ‘thank you’.

She wrote: “Back home taking care of our babies, and missing my Valentine, as he continues on at the Invictus Games, changing lives and reminding all of us of the power of healing and resilience through these incredible veterans and their families. Beyond proud of my husband and what he’s created. My love, I will eat burgers & fries and fish & chips with you forever. Thank you for you. #lovewins. As ever, M.”

Meanwhile, in Vancouver, Harry has shared how he wants his children to attend the Games one day. Speaking to Town & Country, Harry said: “I’d love for them to experience the Invictus spirit first-hand one day. Right now, they’re still young, but we already talk about the importance of resilience, community, and service—everything Invictus represents.”

The Duke, who is expected to remain at the Games until after Sunday’s closing ceremony, is no stranger to the area, after he and Meghan moved to nearby Vancouver Island after quitting the UK in 2020, in what became known as ‘Megxit’. They also began their relationship with secret dates and stays in Toronto, where she lived while starring in the hit TV show Suits for five years.

Meghan shared an affectionate picture of her and Harry to mark Valentine’s Day ( 
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The Duchess left her husband to fly home on Tuesday to be with their children ( 
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Humphrey Nemar)Harry said: “It feels like a full-circle moment. Canada has been so kind to us over the years, and to be back here for another Invictus Games eight years later—married, with two amazing kids—is awesome! Spending time with our Invictus community is always a privilege.” This year’s Invictus is the seventh event held after previous Games in London, Orlando, Toronto, Sydney, the Hague, and Dusseldorf.

“The highlight so far has been seeing competitors and their families take to the snow in Whistler,” Harry went on. “Introducing winter sports to the Invictus Games is a huge milestone—one we’ve been working toward for a long time—so witnessing both the competition and the pure joy on everyone’s faces makes me really happy. The welcome, the hospitality, the scenery—the entire experience has been life-changing for so many, and we are incredibly grateful to all Canadians for the lifelong memories created during these Games.”

Harry added: “The Invictus Games give us all an opportunity to recognise, celebrate, and honour this incredible community for their service and sacrifice. The stories shared and amplified through accurate, honest reporting are exactly what the world needs—stories of resilience, strength, and the best of the human spirit.”