Kate Middleton Keeps Birthday Traditions Alive Amid Health Battle
Despite her recent cancer diagnosis, Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, continues to prioritize her children’s birthdays, keeping family traditions intact. Prince Louis is set to turn six on April 23rd, and Kate, known for her dedication as a mother, plans to make his day special.
A Touching Tradition
Kate has a tradition of baking her children’s birthday cakes from scratch. This tradition was revealed during her appearance on Mary Berry’s “A Berry Royal Christmas” in 2019, where she shared her love for staying up late, baking, and decorating cakes with “ridiculous amounts of cake mix and icing.” She described it as something she thoroughly enjoys, despite the late hours.
Balancing Health and Family
Kate’s birthday preparations come just weeks after she publicly announced her cancer diagnosis and her ongoing preventative chemotherapy. In a heartfelt video, she described the diagnosis as a “huge shock” to both her and Prince William. They have taken care to explain her condition to their children, Prince George, 10, Princess Charlotte, 8, and Prince Louis, in an age-appropriate manner.
Maintaining Normalcy
Royal correspondent Danielle Stacey emphasized that Kate’s priority has always been her children. She has supported them through major milestones, including George’s first big exams last year. Kate often takes playful portraits of her children and ensures that traditions like baking their birthday cakes continue, helping to maintain a sense of normalcy in their lives.
Recovery and Resilience
Kate is focusing on her recovery during the Easter break with her family. According to royal expert Jennie Bond, Kate and William are likely to shield their children from the details of her illness, ensuring a positive and active family life. Kate expressed gratitude for her medical team’s care and reassured the public about her gradual recovery.
Timeline of Kate’s Health Battle & Recovery
- January 16: Kate is admitted to the London Clinic for abdominal surgery.
- January 17: Kensington Palace announces the surgery.
- January 18: William spends time at Kate’s bedside.
- January 23: Kate’s hospital stay passes one week.
- January 29: Kate leaves the hospital.
- February 27: William pulls out of a service last-minute due to a “personal matter.”
- March 4: Kate is pictured in the car with her mother Carole on the Windsor estate.
- March 10: Kate posts a sweet snap of her and the kids for Mother’s Day.
- March 11: Kate admits to editing the photo and is seen in the car with William.
- March 16: Kate is spotted at a farm shop near Windsor.
- March 17: Onlookers see Kate watching her youngsters playing sport.
- March 18: The Sun publishes a video of Kate and William from two days prior.
- March 22: Kate reveals her cancer diagnosis in an emotional video.
Looking Forward
As Prince Louis’s birthday approaches, followed by Princess Charlotte’s ninth birthday on May 2, Kate remains dedicated to her family traditions. Her resilience and commitment to her children’s happiness continue to inspire admiration and respect. Despite the challenges, Kate Middleton embodies the balance of royal duties and personal strength.
