Kate Middleton is speaking out months after being hospitalized for abdominal surgery.
Catherine, the Princess of Wales thanked supporters in a post to social media including an image where where she sits surrounded by her children: Prince George and Louis and Princess Charlotte.
"Thank you for your kind wishes and continued support over the last two months," she wrote. "Wishing everyone a Happy Mother’s Day. C," she concluded.
KATE MIDDLETON SPOTTED FOR FIRST TIME SINCE JANUARY HOSPITALIZATION
Her statement comes days after speculation has mounted about her surgery and whereabouts. She was seen out in public for the first time last week, being driven by her mother Carole Middleton.
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On Jan. 17, the palace first announced Middleton had been hospitalized.
"Her Royal Highness The Princess of Wales was admitted to The London Clinic yesterday for planned abdominal surgery. The surgery was successful and it is expected that she will remain in hospital for ten to fourteen days, before returning home to continue her recovery," the statement said.
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Upon recommendation from her medical team, the princess will likely not resume public duties until Easter in late March.
"The Princess of Wales appreciates the interest this statement will generate. She hopes that the public will understand her desire to maintain as much normality for her children as possible; and her wish that her personal medical information remains private," the original statement continued. "The Princess of Wales wishes to apologise to all those concerned for the fact that she has to postpone her upcoming engagements. She looks forward to reinstating as many as possible, as soon as possible."
She returned home after a nearly two-week stay.
This is a developing story. Check back for more details.
