The Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton, is on her third day of recovery following major abdominal surgery, spending a second night at the London Clinic in Marylebone. Prince William, along with her parents and siblings, has cleared their schedules to support her recuperation and care for their children, George, Charlotte, and Louis.
Reports suggest that Kate is 'doing well' post-surgery, and her family is actively involved in her recovery process. With Prince William also taking leave to be with his wife and children, the 'big three' royals will be absent from duties in the coming weeks. With Harry and Meghan in the US and Prince Andrew facing controversy, only Princess Anne and Prince Edward remain for official duties.
Kate is expected to remain out of the public eye until after Easter, with her husband prioritizing support for her and their children. Any upcoming royal tours, including a speculated visit to Italy in March, have been put on hold.
Kate's parents, Carole and Michael Middleton, as well as her siblings Pippa Matthews and James Middleton, are providing support during her recovery at her Windsor home. The nature of Kate's condition has not been disclosed, but Kensington Palace confirmed it is not cancer-related.
The Royal Family faces a temporary absence of the 'big three' as Buckingham Palace announced that King Charles III will undergo a 'corrective procedure' for an enlarged prostate next week.
Kate received a get-well message from East Anglia's Children's Hospices (EACH), a charity of which she is a patron. The charity expressed its well-wishes for a speedy recovery.
The updates on senior royals' health were shared within a short timeframe, with Kensington Palace announcing Kate's situation at 2 pm and Buckingham Palace's revelation about King Charles III following at 3:30 pm.
It's reported that Kate's condition was not a sudden development over the weekend, and she wasn't rushed to the hospital. The exact nature of the surgery is undisclosed to respect Kate's 'medical privacy,' but it's expected that she may choose to speak about it publicly in the future.
Sun GP Dr. Zoe Williams emphasized the importance of Kate's recovery time, acknowledging the unique circumstances of her life. While the extended hospital stay may raise eyebrows, caution is wise given Kate's high-profile status. The focus remains on a successful recovery without undue stress for Kate and her family.
