This is not the first time that Middleton has done her best to dismantle the myth of perfection: during a public speech in London earlier this year, the Duchess admitted that she has found motherhood incredibly challenging.

“Personally, becoming a mother has been such a rewarding and wonderful experience. However, at times it has also been a huge challenge,” she said.

“Even for me, who has support at home that most mothers do not. Nothing can really prepare you for the sheer, overwhelming experience of what it means to become a mother. It’s full of complex emotions of joy, exhaustion, love, and worry, all mixed together.”

Kate Middleton’s surprisingly honest response to being called “perfect”