The Princess of Wales, Catherine, shares an incredibly close bond with her family, and this week holds a significant milestone for her mother, Carol Middleton.

As Carol prepares to celebrate her 69th birthday, her daughter continues to recover from recent medical surgery, which usually calls for a joyous gathering among loved ones.

However, this year’s birthday celebration may take on a different tone.

Carol is expected to be a constant presence for her daughter as she returns home from the hospital after a 14-day stay.

Kensington Palace announced on Monday that Princess Catherine was overwhelmed with tears of joy upon reuniting with her children at Adelaide Cottage in Windsor.

The palace also assured that she is making good progress in her recovery at home.

Unfortunately, due to her ongoing recuperation from abdominal surgery, it seems unlikely that the princess will be able to attend any significant family gatherings.

According to reports, Carol may visit her daughter on Wednesday, but it is improbable that the princess will participate in any grand birthday plans, as she has done in previous years.

However, sources close to the family claim that despite her recovery, Catherine will not miss celebrating her mother’s birthday.

The heartfelt reunion between mother and daughter took place as Catherine returned home to the warm embrace of her beloved family.

Carol has expressed her intention to do something different for her birthday every year.

This year, the intimate celebration will likely take place at Catherine and William’s house in Windsor, given the princess’s current situation.

The Prince and Princess of Wales will undoubtedly host Carol, Catherine’s father Michael, her siblings Pippa and James, and their children Arthur, Grace, Rose, and the newest addition to the family, Catherine’s brother’s baby.

This meaningful occasion promises a fun-filled family reunion for Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, as they join their cousins in celebrating Carol’s birthday.

In previous years, William and Catherine have joined the Middletons on holiday in the Caribbean.

They have stayed at Villa Rosina, a beachside gem that offers tropical gardens to wander through and snorkeling adventures on the island’s reef.

In 2019, Pippa Middleton, Catherine’s sister, hosted a party for their mother’s 64th birthday at her home in Chelsea.

The princess was spotted wearing a stunning Alexander McQueen red maxi dress as she arrived at the celebration.

Even during lockdown, Carol has shown her resourcefulness in making birthdays special.

She shared on Instagram how she and her husband, Michael Middleton, celebrated their birthdays when they couldn’t be with family and friends.

Despite the challenges, Carol emphasized that loved ones can still make the day full of surprises.

Customers of their family-run business, Party Pieces, have been transforming their surroundings with sparkly backdrops and bright balloons for small at-home parties within their households.

Carol encouraged everyone to put in a little effort to uplift spirits and bring joy, even if celebrations may not match their initial expectations.

This year, it will be up to her husband to help her mark the day, and Carol expressed her excitement for the occasion.

Last year, Carol and Michael sold Party Pieces, which they founded in 1987, to entrepreneur James Sinclair after it faced financial difficulties.

Their love story began when they both worked for British Airways, and they tied the knot in 1980.

Two years later, they welcomed their eldest daughter and future royal, Catherine.

Pippa, their second daughter, arrived in 1983, followed by son James in 1987.

The Middletons reside in the village of Bucklebury in Berkshire, in a magnificent mansion worth 4.7 million pounds.

With seven bedrooms and ample space, including 18 acres of land, their home provides the perfect setting for upcoming festivities.