In the realm of royalty, one would expect grand soirées, lavish dinners, and extravagant parties to mark a birthday.

However, for Princess Catherine of Wales, turning 42 meant embracing the warmth of family and the beauty of homemade presents, rather than the sparkle and glamour of high-end extravaganzas.

Undoubtedly, she will be spoiled rotten by her loved ones.

We can now reveal a birthday cake courtesy of her mother, Carol Middleton.

How sweet!

According to InsideScoop, the Princess of Wales’ mother has been heavily involved in planning the family’s special occasions.

It comes as no surprise that she is planning an epic party for her beloved daughter this week.

Catherine’s parents surely want to make a fuss over their daughter, and perhaps the grandmother of three Wales kids will even help them bake a birthday cake.

Catherine has always enjoyed teaching the children how to bake.

The mother of three has decided to host a celebratory bash at her £4.7 million Bucklebury mansion, the Middleton family home.

With its seven-bedroom Jordan Splendor, it provides the perfect setting for an intimate family gathering, which is well-known for Catherine’s love of celebrations.

The guest list will include Mike Carroll and her husband Michael, William and Catherine, as well as her siblings Pippa and James.

Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis are also set to enjoy a fun-filled family reunion with their cousins.

The Middleton matriarch offered further insight into what birthday celebrations look like at her home.

Enthusiastically, she shared, “I love decorating with fabric bunting, and it’s great to have a decoration that can be used year after year.”

When it comes to Princess Catherine’s special occasions and others’, she has received tremendous support from her mother, Carol Middleton, particularly during wedding planning.

At the beginning of an exclusive interview, the founder of the party piece shared, “We talk about music, everything.

I was involved heavily in both Pippa’s and Catherine’s weddings.”

Carol emphasized the importance of listening to what your daughter wants as a parent.

She added, “You can have all the ideas in the world, but it has to be about them, and don’t interfere with the guest list.”

Catherine also sought help from her sister and bridesmaid, Pippa, when it came to sending out invitations.

According to publican John Haley, she personally called some people from the village, including himself.

He spoke of the unexpected surprise in a documentary, saying, “I phoned the number back, and she said, ‘Hi John, this is Pippa.

Kate would like to know if you’d like to go to her wedding.’

I honestly never expected it.”

The Prince and Princess of Wales exchanged vows at Westminster Abbey before enjoying a beautiful reception hosted by the late Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham Palace.

On the big day, Carol showed no signs of stress, sporting a wide smile alongside her elegant blue Catherine Walker coat.

She admitted, “Like every mother, I wanted to look my best, make my children proud, and enjoy the day.

I honestly don’t think I was any more stressed than any other mother of the bride.”

The UK has spoken, and the royal family continues to bask in the wave of public adoration.

In the 2023 rankings of the most beloved public figures, Prince William and Princess Catherine take center stage, leaving even King Charles trailing behind.

The dynamic duo has solidified their status as the darlings of the UK.

Princess Catherine’s crown shines brighter than ever, securing the second spot on the list.