Princess Kate shares struggles of new role – and it's so relatable

Following the sad death of Queen Elizabeth II, the whole royal family has been very busy, attending Her Majesty's funeral, hosting walkabouts with royal fans and adjusting to new roles.

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On top of the royal duties, Prince William and Princess Kate are also settling into a new home, so it came as no surprise when the Princess of Wales was heard discussing "lack of sleep" with troops when she and her husband visited an army training centre in Pirbright, Surrey.

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Lack of sleep is a common side effect of stress and busy periods, and it can have a serious impact on your health.

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Poor sleep can result in memory issues, mood changes and weakened immunity – the opposite of what Princess Kate needs now that she has a whole host of new responsibilities in her royal role.

Luckily, Princess Kate has previously shared she has a few fantastic habits that set her in good stead for sleeping well.

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Princess Kate told troops she was struggling to sleep

The royal reportedly touts the benefits of eating dinner with plenty of time before bed so that it has time to digest, and starts preparing the Cambridge family's meal at around 6 pm.

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Prince William's wife is also known for her dedicated fitness routine. Staying active during the day contributes to a good night's sleep.

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Princess Kate has plenty of good sleep habits to help her bedtime routine

With these good sleep habits in mind, we hope the mum-of-three manages to settle back down into her sleep routine soon.

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