KATE Middleton was seen for the first time after hospital surgery.
The Princess of Wales was in the passenger seat as mum Carole, 69, drove her in an Audi near Windsor Castle on Monday.
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Kate, pictured here on December 25, was seen on MondayCredit: Getty
She was wearing sunglasses and appeared to be smiling slightly when seen for the first time since abdominal surgery.
It comes after social media was awash with conspiracy theories about her whereabouts as rumors about her health began to swirl.
Unfounded internet rumors were sparked when Prince William unexpectedly pulled out of a memorial service last week where he was expected to give a reading
Kate (42) underwent “planned major abdominal surgery” in a London clinic in January.
A private hospital in central London also treated the king as he underwent treatment for an enlarged prostate.
Kensington Palace said at the time that Kate was unlikely to return to public duties before Easter.
Then the mother-of-three apologized for postponing her royal engagement after having non-cancer surgery.
The statement read: “The Princess of Wales would like to apologize to anyone concerned about the fact that she has to postpone her upcoming engagements.
“He’s looking forward to getting back as much as possible, as soon as possible.”
The palace previously said the public “will understand her desire to maintain as much normality as possible for her children.”
William returns to duty for first time in 8 days after stepping down for ‘personal matter’ as Kate recovers
Where is Kate Middleton recovering?
Kate first returned to Windsor before continuing her recovery at the family home in Norfolk, Anmer Hall.
Royal watcher Jennie Bond told OK!: “Windsor is lovely and they have a beautiful house, of course.
“But it’s also in the Heathrow flight path and that can be very intrusive.
“William and Kate are finding everything they want as a family in the wide open spaces that Norfolk has to offer.”
Jennie also added that Kate will be treated to some “amazing” gifts and “delicious” baskets from caring friends while she recovers.
She told the publication: “I’m sure those old friends would know exactly how to keep Kate in good spirits after such a major operation.
Timeline of the royal health battles
HERE is a date-by-date breakdown of the health battles that have hit the royal family this year.
JANUARY 16: Kate was admitted to a London clinic for abdominal surgery.
JANUARY 17: It was announced that the king will be undergoing treatment for a benign enlarged prostate.
JANUARY 18: William spends time at Kate’s bedside.
JANUARY 19: The King returns from Scotland with the Queen.
JANUARY 21: It is announced that Sarah, Duchess of York, has malignant melanoma, a skin cancer.
JANUARY 23: Kate’s stay in the hospital passes a week. JANUARY 26: The king was admitted to a London clinic for treatment.
JANUARY 29: The king was discharged from the hospital. Kate leaves the same day.
JANUARY 31: Queen Camilla announces that the King “agrees, that he is doing his best”.
FEBRUARY 5: Buckingham Palace announces that the King has cancer, but not prostate cancer, and that he will not perform public duties.
FEBRUARY 18: The King appears in good spirits as he attends a Sunday church service in the Sandringham grounds.
FEBRUARY 23: The King was filmed crying and laughing as he opened some of the 7,000 cards from well-wishers.
FEBRUARY 27: Prince William pulls out of the service at the last minute due to a ‘personal matter’, sparking a wave of baseless conspiracy theories about Kate’s health.
MARCH 4: Kate Middleton pictured in a car with mum Carole at Windsor Estate.
“They probably spoiled her with amazing gifts of luxury spa products and baskets of delicious treats to tempt her taste buds.
“They know what she likes to watch on TV or read and maybe they’ve been sending her recommendations and encouraging her to rest and take the time she needs.”
When will Kate Middleton resume royal duties?
If Kate recovers on schedule, then her first engagement could be at a family service at St George’s Chapel, Windsor, on Easter Sunday, March 31, 2024.
However, sources claim that due to her commitment to royal duties, she may return to work as soon as she can.
Following her operation in January 2024, a statement from Kensington Palace said: “Based on current medical advice, she is unlikely to return to public duties before Easter.
“The Princess of Wales appreciates the interest this statement will generate.
“She hopes the public will understand her desire to maintain as much normalcy as possible for her children; and her desire to keep her personal medical information private.
“He’s looking forward to getting back as much as possible, as soon as possible.”
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