The following day, Prince William, who postponed royal commitments amid his wife of 12 years' procedure, was photographed leaving the London Clinic after visiting with Kate.

While the 42-year-old's return home is a marked step in her recovery process, it is unlikely the Princess will return to any public engagements any time soon. In it's original statement, Kensington Palace noted that in following medical advice, Kate will not resume her duties until until after Easter.

"The Princess of Wales wishes to apologize to all those concerned for the fact that she has to postpone her upcoming engagements," the statement noted. "She looks forward to reinstating as many as possible, as soon as possible."

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