Princess Kate reunited with kids George, Charlotte and Louis after two weeks in hospital as she returns to Windsor home
PRINCESS Kate has been reunited with her devoted children after two weeks in hospital.
The royal mum-of-three, 42, had not been able to see children - Prince George, 10, Princess Charlotte, eight, and Prince Louis, five, since checking into The London Clinic for abdominal surgery two weeks ago.
But on Monday, the Princess of Wales was finally allowed home to her kids after 13 days to recover fully.
It's understood the cheeky trio were at school when Kate made it home in the morning - before the family was reunited.
And it's thought the emotional reunion would have taken place when they arrived home to Adelaide Cottage at the end of the day.
While Kate had not seen her children in person, Prince William was at his wife's side throughout her stay in hospital with regular visits.
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It is understood that the Waleses wanted the children to stick to their normal routine and not disrupt their schooling.
Even when carrying out royal duties abroad, Kate has never been away from her children for this long.
She previously told how she loves to FaceTime them when she does have to leave the family home - although it isn't clear if she did from her hospital bed.
The Princess of Wales had been admitted to hospital on January 15, with Kensington Palace announcing her procedure the following day.
As Kate returned home yesterday from hospital, Kensington Palace said she "is making good progress".
A palace spokesperson said: “The Princess of Wales has returned home to Windsor to continue her recovery from surgery. She is making good progress.
“The Prince and Princess wish to say a huge thank you to the entire team at The London Clinic, especially the dedicated nursing staff, for the care they have provided.
“The Wales family continues to be grateful for the well wishes they have received from around the world.”
It came just hours before the King, 75, was also discharged from the same hospital.
It was announced nearly two weeks ago that Charles would go in for surgery for an "enlarged prostate".
After originally only expecting to spend one night in hospital, the King stayed in over the weekend.
Charles was yesterday given the all-clear to head back home where he can finish his recovery.
As he left the clinic on Monday afternoon, he smiled and waved to crowds - appearing to be in good health.
ROYAL OPERATIONS: How the health scares facing Charles & Kate unfolded
With King Charles and the Princess of Wales undergoing surgery at the same hospital, here is a timeline of the health troubles facing the two royals.
Tuesday, January 16: Kate, 42, is secretly admitted to the London Clinic and undergoes abdominal surgery.
Wednesday, January 17: Kensington Palace announces the princess' operation and says she will remain in the private hospital for 10-14 days.
Over an hour later, Buckingham Palace announces the King, 75, is to have treatment for a benign enlarged prostate and will be admitted to hospital in a few days.
Thursday, January 18: Prince William spends time at his wife's bedside, driving himself away from the back entrance during the low-key, private visit.
The Queen says the King is "fine" and "looking forward to getting back to work" during a visit to the Aberdeen Art Gallery
Friday, January 19: The King flies back from Scotland with the Queen and heads to his Sandringham estate in Norfolk to rest ahead of the procedure.
Monday, January 22: The Queen tells 86-year-old well-wisher Jessie Jackson that the King is "fine", and thanks her for asking, while she carries out engagements in Swindon.
Camilla urges the King to take it easy. An insider told The Sun: "The Queen has told him he needs to slow down a bit."
Thursday, January 25: The King arrives back in London from Sandringham ready for his treatment.
Friday, January 26: The King is admitted to the London Clinic for treatment for an enlarged prostate and also visits the Princess of Wales, who was recovering in the same hospital.
Both royals are now looking to take a break from their working roles with Buckingham Palace announcing the monarch would continue with "private recovery".
The palace said: "The King was this afternoon discharged from hospital following planned medical treatment and has rescheduled forthcoming public engagements to allow for a period of private recuperation.
"He would like to thank the medical team and all those involved in supporting his hospital visit, and is grateful for all the kind messages he has received in recent days."
It is understood the King will have a month off from public duties - but carry out some work from home.
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Sources have claimed that Kate's commitment to her royal duties will see her get back into work as soon as she can.
She is said to have plans to work from bed now she has arrived home.