If you think a trip to Disneyland can’t teach you about building a family—think again.

So there I was, scrolling through yet another viral headline: “Meghan Markle’s Disneyland Family Post Fuels More Backlash After ‘Cringe’ Pregnancy Dance.” Naturally, I clicked. I mean, who wouldn’t want to know what on earth a “cringe” pregnancy dance looks like at the Happiest Place on Earth? (Spoiler: I still have questions.)

But as I dove into the full article, with its parade of candid photos and the internet’s predictable tsunami of opinions, it hit me—there’s more to this than royal gossip fodder. Meghan’s theme park caper has some unexpected (and oddly relevant) lessons for anyone navigating the ups, downs, and loop-the-loops of at-home conception.

Let’s buckle up and unpack the top five.

1. Critics Will Always Find Something to Say—So Do You, Boo

If the Duchess of Sussex herself can’t post family snaps in peace, what hope do us mere mortals have? Whether you’re sharing your fertility journey online or just explaining to Great Aunt Mildred why you’re using an at-home insemination kit, someone will clutch their pearls. Remember: Your journey is yours.

Don’t let “backlash” (from tabloids or nosy neighbors) dictate your choices. Meghan didn’t ask the internet for permission before her trip, and you don’t need permission to embrace the conception path that feels right for you—be it clinic, kitchen, or castle.

2. There’s No “Right Way” to Make Family Memories—or Make a Family

Did the Markles plan their family theme park day with military precision? Did they snap a zillion photos? Did Meghan allegedly do a “cringe” pregnancy dance? Yes, yes, and yes! Guess what? That’s their thing.

Similarly, there’s no single “correct” route to conception. Some folks swear by meditation and pineapple, others by science and syringes. Companies like MakeAMom’s at-home insemination kits (think: CryoBaby for frozen sperm, Impregnator for low motility, and the BabyMaker for sensitivities) exist for a reason: your needs are unique.

Ditch the pressure to do it “the right way.” Your family’s origin story can be as quirky, joyful, or unconventional as you want.

3. Privacy Isn’t Overrated—It’s Underrated (And Possible)

I’m obsessed with the fact that, despite the flashbulbs, Meghan deliberately keeps so much private—revealing only what she chooses. If you’re starting your own family, privacy is golden.

At-home insemination is a sanctuary for those fed up with waiting rooms, gloved hands, and small talk with strangers. Fun fact: MakeAMom ships everything in plain, non-descript packaging (no nosy neighbor will suspect a thing), and their kits are reusable, so you don’t have to keep ordering—and explaining—boxes.

4. Criticism Is Inevitable—So Celebrate the Small Wins

If you’re trying to conceive, every milestone counts: ovulation sticks finally line up, you master the kit’s instructions, or you just make it through a tough day without losing your sense of humor. Even Meghan—at the center of a global media circus—finds space to celebrate, cringe-dancing and all.

And hey, did you know the average success rate for MakeAMom clients is a cool 67%? Not too shabby. Some might roll their eyes at a home insemination “win,” but small victories are worth dancing about—cringe or otherwise.

5. Embrace the “Cringe”—It Means You’re Living

Let’s face it: Whether it’s a public family trip or an awkward home insemination attempt involving YouTube tutorials and nervous giggling, parts of this process will be cringeworthy. And that’s okay. In fact, it’s more than okay—it’s the sign you’re engaged, you’re trying, you’re living in the story you’ll tell someday.

Building a family isn’t about perfection; it’s about persistence and celebration—sometimes in the form of a dance that makes your kids (and the internet) groan.

Final Thoughts: Your Story, Your Castle

So, next time you’re knee-deep in ovulation test strips or wrestling with an insemination kit, channel your inner Duchess. You’re writing your family’s wild, wonderful fairy tale—one that doesn’t need anyone else’s blessing. If you want support, privacy, and a toolkit that’s actually made for you, check out MakeAMom’s tailored at-home insemination options. Or don’t. It’s your story.

How are you embracing the “cringe” in your fertility adventure? Drop your prince, princess, or nonbinary knight moves in the comments below. 👑

Because in this castle, you choose the next magical chapter.