As speculation and conspiracy theories continue to swirl around Princess Kate's recent abdominal surgery and subsequent recovery, a royal source has suggested that the Princess of Wales may address her health when she returns to her public duties after Easter. The insider, who is close to the royal couple, told The Sunday Times that Prince William and Kate are "at their most open" when interacting with the public during engagements, and that this could be an opportunity for the princess to discuss her recovery.
"I can see a world in which the princess might discuss her recovery out on engagements," the source said. "If she was going to do it, that's how she would do it." However, the source emphasized that the decision to speak about her health will be entirely up to Kate, and that she and Prince William will not be rushed into making any statements. "I would expect that to be her instinct and it will be her call. They're not going to be rushed," the insider added.
The speculation surrounding Kate's health has intensified in recent weeks, particularly after the princess admitted to editing an image she posted of herself and her three children. The backlash from the photoshop scandal has led some to question Kate's ability to handle the "immense stress" on top of her physical recovery. Royal expert Jennie Bond suggested that the princess may be feeling "fragile" and "thoroughly depressed" about the situation.
Despite the public's growing impatience for updates on Kate's condition, Kensington Palace has remained steadfast in its original guidance, which stated that the princess would not be carrying out any public duties until after Easter to allow for rest and recovery. A close friend of the couple, who has known them since their university days, reiterated this stance, saying, "They will want to be clear and more open, but they'll do it when they feel ready."
The palace's statement at the time of Kate's surgery made it clear that few updates would be provided and asked for the public to respect the couple's privacy. "The Princess of Wales appreciates the interest this statement will generate," the statement read. "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."
Another source emphasized that the choice to discuss Kate's health publicly is entirely up to the royal couple, and that nothing has changed since the original guidance was issued. "In Kate's case, there is almost nobody else in the world whose face, body, clothes are more judged than hers," the source told The Sunday Times. "So it's entirely right for them not to want to be drawn into a game about what is going on with her health."
As Kate continues her recovery at Adelaide Cottage, she is being advised by health expert Dr. James Thompson to "keep active" while taking things slowly. "We do not imagine she will be doing any heavy lifting or vigorous exercise at this time. We expect Kate to be closely monitored and on a strict diet to assist with her recovery," Thompson shared.
GB News also contrinuted to this repot.
