Kate Middleton has been discharged from hospital following abdominal surgery and is home in Adelaide Cottage making 'good progress'.
09.01.2024 - 15:15 / ok.co.uk
The Princess of Wales is celebrating her 42nd birthday today (Tuesday, 9 January), surrounded by her loved ones including her three children - Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis. Over the years, Prince William has given her many special gifts, but there's one birthday she might want to forget. When Kate turned 27, she had to say a tearful goodbye to her future husband after he made a decision that left her "crushed".
In September 2008, rumours were swirling that William was ready to propose, but instead, it was announced that he was joining the RAF Search and Rescue Force.
This news was said to have come as a surprise to his family and Kate. After finishing assignments with each section of the Armed Forces, William had two options - return to the Household Cavalry or leave the forces and start his Royal duties. Choosing the RAF meant more time and freedom before starting his Royal journey full-time, something his grandmother and father didn't have.
But for Kate, this felt like a step back as everyone expected her to marry the prince and begin her royal life. According to Royal expert Katie Nicholl in her book, Kate: The Future Queen, her world was turned upside down with one decision. She writes: "With that single decision, Kate's life was turned upside down.
She had expected a proposal once William had completed his military training, but instead, she was forced to accept that there would be no engagement any time soon. Kate would have to wait even longer." She had to cope with William's new job which required a lot of moving around. Nicholl said: "Was Kate prepared to join him? She supported his desires and ambitions, but privately she was crushed.
Kate Middleton has been discharged from hospital following abdominal surgery and is home in Adelaide Cottage making 'good progress'.
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Kate Middleton's mum is reportedly stepping in to help with Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis while her daughter recovers from a health scare. It's been over a week since Kate had an abdominal operation at the London Clinic, where she's still recovering.The princess, aged 42, is expected to stay there for up to two weeks and won't be back on royal duties until after Easter. Prince William has taken a break from his official responsibilities to care for Kate and their children, but now a royal expert has revealed how Carole Middleton is likely to be "at the helm" helping out.
The Princess of Wales is currently recovering from abdominal surgery she received last week and will be relying more than ever on those closest to her for support.
Prince William is going full dad mode.
The Princess of Wales is expected to remain in hospital for the next few days as she continues with her recovery from last week’s abdominal surgery.
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The Queen made a big change to Prince Louis' official name by changing an old rule set by King George V. William and Kate's third child, Prince Louis Arthur Charles, was born on April 23, 2018. His name is a popular one in the Royal Family, with both Prince William and Prince George having it as a middle name to honour Prince Charles' mentor, Lord Louis Mountbatten.
Comparisons are often drawn between the relationship between King Charles and Princess Anne, and the one enjoyed by Prince George and Princess Charlotte.Thanks to the gentle guidance of their grandfather and clever approach by their parents, the two youngsters are receiving the perfect introduction to life within the Firm which will best prepare them for their important futures as senior royals. As well as having their family around them, the pair also have each other - with an expert pointing out that the strong bond they clearly share should stop any future royal sibling drama. Leading parenting expert and 'Supernanny' Jo Frost has predicted the future of the Royal Family will not be plagued by "heir and spare" dramas but quite the opposite.
Kensington Palace stated at the time that the Princess of Wales will remain at the London Clinic to recover from her "planned abdominal surgery" for 10-14 days and is not expected to restart her official engagements until after Easter. Once the Princess leaves hospital, it is thought she will continue her recuperation at the family's Windsor home, Adelaide Cottage.
told the Mirror on Saturday, “The King and the Princess of Wales have received support from Prince Harry and Meghan regarding their health. The Duke and Duchess contacted both parties in different ways to express their concern and best wishes.”The Post has contacted reps for Harry and Meghan, as well as Buckingham and Kensington Palace, for comment.
Kate Middleton and Prince William have a strict household rule their children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, must follow.The Prince and Princess of Wales juggle their Royal duties with raising their three kids, from doing the school run to enjoying family activities like bike riding and baking. Despite having a nanny, they've proven to be hands-on parents, but it's not all playtime for George, Charlotte, and Louis, as there are house rules at their home, Adelaide Cottage in Windsor.
Princess of Wales Kate Middleton is expected to be absent from a number of big events after receiving abdominal surgery. Earlier this week, on Wednesday, 17 January, the Palace revealed that the 42-year-old was at The London Clinic hospital after receiving successful surgery.The Royal mother, who shares Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis with heir to the throne William, is expected to remain in hospital for ten to 14 days.
Yikes, there’s a lot of medical issues popping up in the royal family lately!
Kate Middleton has not been seen at any public engagements since Christmas, it has been revealed, as Kensington Palace released a statement confirming that the Princess of Wales is currently in hospital. The princess has been recuperating after undergoing an abdominal surgery, and is not expected to return to her public duties until after Easter, which is March 31.
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Prince William and Kate Middleton reportedly “give as good as they get” if “their disagreement results in raised voices”, a royal expert has claimed. The pair, who have been married since 2011 and together publicly since 2004, are known for their solid relationship, but one expert has alleged that they have their disagreements just like every other couple. Writing in his 2022 book, William at 40: The Making of a Modern Monarch, Robert Jobson alleged that although the pair are very loved-up and make a strong partnership, they approach disagreements differently.
In the intricate tapestry of royal relationships, Prince William and Kate Middleton stand out not just for their titles but for the distinctive way in which they express their affection towards each other. Speaking to The Mirror, body language expert Darren Stanton delves into the nuances of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's love story, revealing a blend of "humour," "playfulness," and "mischievousness" that sets them apart in the regal realm.
According to one royal author, Prince Harry’s wife is ‘desperate to have her say’ following the fireworks that were caused by Omid Scobie’s controversial book, Endgame. Tom Bower has claimed the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, based in Montecito, California, would like nothing more than to wipe the slate clean this year, and that Meghan has been left “bruised” by the backlash received by the book, described as a “gratuitous attack” on Kate Middleton.