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Halina Watts

Mike Tindall says Prince Harry will be a 'hands-on' dad because he's 'joyful'

They are the two cheeky chappies of the Royal Family.

And now former rugby player Mike Tindall has insisted that Prince Harry will be a “hands-on” dad because of his “joyful” nature.

But the dad of two, husband of the Queen’s granddaughter Zara, admitted Harry will have to find out about parenting his own way.

When asked if Hazza, 34, will be changing nappies, Mike, 40, tells me: “I’m sure he will. He’s going to be a great dad.

“I’ve seen him around all the kids we have between us all – he’s always brilliant.

“He’s very joyful, same as his brother, same as his dad, so I think he’s just got that from his family.”

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Mike also said of Harry and Meghan’s choice of name for baby Archie: “I’m happy with whatever name they’re happy with.”

Bizarrely, Archie reportedly derives from Meghan’s favourite pet cat’s name, which she said ended up fat after being constantly fed frozen grapes .

Mike and Zara, 37, are parents to Mia, five, and 10-month-old Lena.

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But Mike says no amount of advice can prepare you for the lifestyle change that comes with having a baby.

He says: “I don’t think you get advice on parenting.

“I think you’re influenced by your parents and you try and put in the good bits that you did and that they did.”

The only tip he has for Meghan, 37, and Harry is: “Create your own path – that’s what all parents do.”

With so much dosh in the coffers, I’m sure they will be fine...

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