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Kate Middleton Opposes 'Blooding' Tradition for Royal Kids

2/28/2025

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Kate Middleton is breaking royal tradition by opposing the practice of "blooding," where children smear blood from their first kill during hunts. She firmly believes her children—Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis—should not partake in this ritual. Experts applaud her progressive parenting, advocating for a shift away from outdated customs linked to blood sports.

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Kate Middleton is breaking royal tradition by opposing the practice of "blooding," where children smear blood from their first kill during hunts. She firmly believes her children—Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis—should not partake in this ritual. Experts applaud her progressive parenting, advocating for a shift away from outdated customs linked to blood sports.