Princess of Wales Kate Middleton has been spotted for the first time since undergoing abdominal surgery and recovering in the hospital for nearly two weeks in January, according to Good Morning America.
Kate, 42, was photographed Monday being driven by her mother, Carole Middleton, near Windsor Castle.
The wife of Prince William was last seen publicly on Christmas Day, when she joined members of the royal family in walking to church in Sandringham, the royal family’s estate in Norfolk, England.
In mid-January, the palace announced that Kate had undergone “planned abdominal surgery” at The London Clinic, a hospital in London.
Kate was hospitalized for nearly two weeks before continuing her recovery at her family’s home in Windsor.
At the time of her surgery, the palace said Kate was not likely to resume her public duties until later this spring.
On Feb. 29, a palace spokesperson said that Kate is “doing well” as she continues to recover.
“Kensington Palace made it clear in January the timelines of the Princess’ recovery and we’d only be providing significant updates. That guidance stands,” the spokesperson said.
The royal family will be gathering together publicly on June 8, for the annual Trooping the Colour celebration of King Charles III’s birthday.
