Princess Eugenie has opened up about how her mother, Sarah Ferguson, helped her overcome feeling "terrified" and "ashamed" of her scoliosis scar.
The royal shared the touching memory during an appearance on Cressida Bonas's podcast 'Lessons From Our Mothers'.
She revealed intimate details about her mother's unwavering support during childhood health challenges.
"I had scoliosis when I was younger," Eugenie said. "I had a big operation when I was 12. My mum basically moved into the hospital with me and was there every waking hour."
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The mother-of-two explained how Sarah Ferguson remained constantly by her side during difficult moments.
"She used to be so proud of me and my scar and what I'd been through," Eugenie continued.
Eugenie revealed that as a young girl, she felt "terrified" and "ashamed" of her scar.
"I was so young," she added, reflecting on how her mother's pride helped her overcome these feelings.
During the podcast, Princess Beatrice joined her sister as they shared intimate childhood memories.
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Sarah Ferguson would proudly show people Eugenie's scar, turning her around to display what she had been through.
This maternal pride ultimately helped transform the princess's relationship with her physical difference.
During the podcast, Princess Beatrice joined her sister as they shared intimate childhood memories.
The siblings opened up about family dynamics and maternal influence.
They revealed details of a memorable childhood disagreement and how their mother helped shape their relationship.
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The princesses also discussed significant moments from their youth that left lasting impressions.
The royal sisters reminisced about a "silly childhood fight" over a pair of pink Converse trainers.
Beatrice, 36, described it as a "big fight" regarding ownership of the footwear.
"It was a big one," Beatrice said. "And mum just jumped into that fight and was like, 'Come on, you can do it!'"
Sarah Ferguson would proudly show people Eugenie's scar, turning her around to display what she had been through.
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Their mother stepped in to encourage reconciliation between the siblings.
Beatrice explained that while the "forced collaboration" was initially annoying, it taught them valuable lessons.
"This sense that it's OK to feel, it's OK to push on those emotions, but you have to figure out what the resolution looks like as well," she said.
She reflected that their mother was "very resolution-driven" in her parenting approach.
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