Mel Agyei, parenting expert and founder at Devoted To Home, told Express.co.uk it is important to keep in mind Louis is a young child who is still learning to regulate his emotions and behaviour while being under the attentive eye of millions of people.
Describing why Prince Louis may have found challenging the Platinum Jubilee weekend and what his parents can do to make the Coronation day easier for him, the expert said: “The crowds, noise, and unfamiliar surroundings may have been overwhelming for him, triggering his emotional responses.
“Therefore, Kate will need to take extra care to help Prince Louis manage his emotions during the Coronation, ensuring that he participates in the historic event with poise and grace.
“To ensure Kate keeps Prince Louis in line without repressing his adorable nature, the first thing Kate should do is talk to him about the events and what will happen.”
Children, Ms Agyei said, normally feel more secure when they know what to expect, so she advised Kate could establish a colourful and creative schedule for the day, letting him know step by step what will happen on Saturday and which role he will be expected to play.
Explaining how the Princess of Wales may encourage Prince Louis to maintain a good behaviour, Ms Agyei continued: “Kate can use positive reinforcement to encourage good behaviour, such as praising him for sitting still or being quiet. If necessary, she can redirect his attention with gentle conversation, pointing out interesting sights or details within the service.
“It is also essential to ensure that he is well-rested and well-fed before the event to prevent him from becoming overly tired or hungry, which could exacerbate any behavioural challenges.
“Kate should make Prince Louis feel like he is a part of the event and encourage him to participate in any way he can, whether it’s by singing along to hymns or waving to the crowds.
“Kate should be flexible and willing to adapt to Prince Louis’ needs during the event. If he needs to take a break or step away for a moment, she should allow him to do so.”
Prince Louis is expected not just to sit through the service at the abbey in central London but also to take part in the Coronation Procession, a horse-drawn carriage ride taking senior royals from Westminster Abbey to Buckingham Palace.
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This won’t be the first time Prince Louis takes part in a procession, as he joined his siblings Prince George and Princess Charlotte on a carriage for Trooping the Colour last year.
During the procession, the parenting expert said Louis can be encouraged to observe the crowd as a way to keep him entertained and calm.
She continued: “Kate and other family members can point out interesting sights or landmarks, playing the ‘I spy’ game to make it a fun and engaging experience for him.”
Once at Buckingham Palace, Prince Louis is expected to join other senior royals, the King and the Queen on the balcony to watch the RAF flypast – much like he did in June last year, as he entertained the late Queen with his adoration for the Red Arrows.
Ms Agyei said: “On the balcony at Buckingham Palace, Prince Louis can be encouraged to wave to the crowds and enjoy the spectacle of the flypast. Kate and other family members can engage with him by pointing out the different planes and making it a fun and exciting experience for him.”
Another parenting expert, Jennifer Kropf, acknowledged Kate and William have the “tough” job of managing three children during the lengthy service.
The editorial director at Healthy Happy Impactful told Express.co.uk: “Managing a young child’s behavior during a lengthy and high-pressure event like Coronation day can be tough, even for experienced parents. I have to say that it’s unreasonable to place blame on Kate and William and that this is an opportunity for all of us to recognize that Prince Louis is, after all, just a small child.”
Her advice is to take a “multi-pronged approach” when it comes to managing Louis, which could include explaining him the importance of the Coronation day in a way he can understand it, bring along quiet toys or items that can help Louis during downtime and rewarding good behaviour as well as giving him time to recharge throughout the day.
Ms Kropf suggested Prince George and Princess Charlotte may also be helpful in supporting Louis on Saturday.
She said: “Pairing Prince Louis with a well-behaved peer can be a great way to encourage positive behaviour.”
