Kate Middleton’s appearance at Trooping the Color was a joy for royal fans worldwide, but mainly for the princess herself. It was her first public appearance since last year after undergoing abdominal surgery and cancer treatment, but it is unclear how much Kate will be seen in public in the coming months.

While Kate Middleton smiled and waved to the exciting crowd along the streets of London, she was not supposed to be the center of attention. Trooping the Color celebrates the monarch’s official birthday. According to a body language expert, that was what Kate was well aware of, and she made sure not to take too much space.

Even though she seemed to be doing great, royal expert Katie Nicholl paints another picture. According to the expert, Kate Middleton was not fully fit, and one specific moment proved it.

On Friday, June 14, just a day before Trooping the Color, Kate Middleton announced her royal comeback.

Kate Middleton – royal comeback

In a lengthy statement, the Princess of Wales confirmed that she would attend the Trooping the Colour, which would be her first royal appearance since her abdominal surgery.

“I have been blown away by all the kind messages of support and encouragement over the last couple of months. It really has made the world of difference to William and me and has helped us both through some of the harder times,” Kate said.

The Princess of Wales continued: “I am making good progress, but as anyone going through chemotherapy will know, there are good days and bad days. On those bad days you feel weak, tired and you have to give in to your body resting. But on the good days, when you feel stronger, you want to make the most of feeling well.”

“My treatment is ongoing and will be for a few more months. On the days I feel well enough, it is a joy to engage with school life, spend personal time on the things that give me energy and positivity, as well as starting to do a little work from home.”I’m looking forward to attending The King’s Birthday Parade this weekend with my family and hope to join a few public engagements over the summer, but equally knowing I am not out of the woods yet.

Kate Middleton concluded: “I am learning how to be patient, especially with uncertainty. Taking each day as it comes, listening to my body, and allowing myself to take this much needed time to heal. Thank you so much for your continued understanding, and to all of you who have so bravely shared your stories with me.”

“There are signs that her happiness is genuine”

A cheering audience met Kate Middleton as she rode in a carriage with her children. However, although she looked happy, one body language expert argued that the princess was “nervous” and took things slow.

Royal expert Inbaal Honigman told the Daily Star: “Princess Catherine’s closed-mouth smile as she arrives in the car with her family indicates that she is being cautious.”

“Compared with previous years, where the Princess would flash a wholehearted, toothy smile of happiness, this occasion reveals a more careful Catherine, smiling with her lips, cheeks and eyes, but not with her teeth. This demonstrates caution, but there are signs that her happiness is genuine.”

The body language expert concluded: “The raised eyebrows when she smiles, suggest that she is happy, even excited, and as she peeks out of the car, we can see that she’s glad to connect with the expecting crowds outside. Her shoulders are slightly raised, which suggests that she’s nervous.”

The balcony appearance during Trooping the Colour has always been an extraordinary moment, both for the royals and gathered members of the public.

Royal expert says Prince William and Kate Middleton are “stronger than ever”

Kate Middleton walked out on the balcony together with Prince William and her three children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, and of course, King Charles and Queen Camilla, among some other royal family members, were there.

The Princess of Wales has not been alone in this challenging time. Prince William has taken on a massive responsibility for George, Charlotte, and Louis while simultaneously performing his royal duties.

The pictures on the balcony spoke for themselves. William and Kate were smiling at each other, and according to former BBC royal correspondent Jennie Bond, it painted an obvious picture. They have not only made it through a very challenging period but also have hopes for a bright future.