The Princess of Wales has reportedly monitored the progress of a study funded by The Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood, a project she has been passionate about.
- Mar 22, 2024
AceShowbiz - Kate Middleton, after her recent abdominal surgery, has resumed her duties from home for The Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood. She has monitored the progress of a study funded by the center, which tested the feasibility of using the Alarm Distress Baby Scale (ADBB) to assess infant social behaviors. Conducted by the Institute of Health Visiting over ten months, the study yielded "overwhelmingly positive" findings.
The ADBB, which focuses on social behaviors such as eye contact, facial expressions, vocalizations and activity levels, aims to enhance practitioners' and families' understanding of babies' emotional expressions. Princess Kate had previously observed the ADBB in action during her visit to Denmark in 2022.
While staying informed about the center's work, Princess Kate has not yet made an official return to public duties. However, the palace has stated that her recovery from surgery is ongoing and that she is unlikely to resume public appearances until after Easter.
Despite her absence from the public eye, Princess Kate remains engaged with her passion for early childhood development. Her involvement with the center emphasizes her dedication to raising awareness about the importance of the first five years of a child's life.
On March 31, the center celebrated the one-year anniversary of its Shaping Us campaign, which highlights the critical role of early years in shaping a child's future outcomes. The campaign released an upbeat video showcasing Princess Kate's engagements related to early childhood development.
While royal enthusiasts eagerly await Princess Kate's official return to public duties, it remains unclear when that will occur. However, the possibility remains open for an appearance at the royal family's traditional private church outing on March 31.
