Meghan Markle and Prince Harry preparing to share 'secret' with family 'in due time' as they look to shield children

The Sussexes reportedly want their son and daughter to be loved for who they are rather than their relation to the Crown.

The source told US Weekly: "They’ll have those conversations in due time".

The source also gave a sweet update on Archie and Lilibet, now aged five and three, saying: "They’re so well-mannered.

"Archie is sweet and curious and playful, and Lili is vibrant and happy."

They added: "They take the kids to school, they pick them up, and they are very active and present with them throughout the day."

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have been particularly protective of their children amid Prince Harry's security concerns.

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The source said: "I think every parent wants to share their kid with the world, but they just can’t.

"William’s kids, for example, have way more safety, even though they’re recognizable.

"And the same doesn’t apply to Meghan and Harry’s children.

"They know the world wants to see [them, but] I would expect them to live smaller lives until that gets sorted, if it ever does."

Prince Harry has been particularly concerned about security in the UK, using the situation as a reason not to return to Britain.

However, the Duke of Sussex made a surprise and secret appearance alongside Prince William at Lord Fellowes memorial service on Thursday.

The brothers were allegedly "frosty" with one another at their uncle's memorial service.

Former BBC correspondent Michael Coles, a regular commentator on GB News, warned the Duke of Sussex’s “betrayals and snipes” were a key reason behind relations remaining fraught.