Yesterday, Meghan Markle published a powerful op-ed in The New York Times (opens in new tab) about her summer miscarriage. In it, the Duchess of Sussex wrote about how important it is to check in with each other and ask the simple question, "Are you okay?" and emphasized the importance of sharing grief as a means of healing.

"We have learned that when people ask how one of us is doing and they open up and listen to the answer, the burden of grief is often lightened - for all of us," wrote Princess Meghan. By being invited to share our pain, together we take the first step toward healing."

As for sharing news with the royal family, The Daily Beast (opens in new tab) reported that Prince Harry discussed the miscarriage with his family and knew about Meghan's New York Times op-ed before its publication. More importantly, the royal family has reportedly supported Harry and Meghan through this heartbreaking experience:

"Prince Charles has been supportive throughout Harry and Meghan's time of grief," a source told Us Weekly (opens in new tab). " There is great sadness around the royal family for Harry and Meghan."

According to The Daily Beast (opens in new tab), the Queen's office called Meghan and Harry's experience "deeply personal" and said it would not comment publicly, while Charles' office said the same.

Read the Duchess' full essay here (opens in new tab).