DUCHESS OF CAMBRIDGE MAKES FIRST OFFICIAL PUBLIC APPEARANCE

The Duchess of Cambridge undertook her first public engagement following the birth of her baby this morning.

Kate joined husband Prince William as he officially started a 135 mile round-the-island marathon on Anglesey where they live.  They did not bring their son, five-week-old Prince George, with them.

He will remain at their rented farmhouse, although Palace sources are unable to confirm who has been tasked with babysitting the third in line to the throne. 


This is the first time that the Duchess has been seen since leaving hospital following George's birth on July 22.

A source told MailOnline: 'Initially the Duchess wasn't going to attend but she was also keen for the chance to thank the people of Anglesey herself for the warmth and hospitality they have shown her and the Duke.'

Aides indicated her decision to attend was down to how she - and George - were feeling on the day.
So her appearance today suggests that the 'little rascal' - as his father described him in a recent interview - may be sleeping more at night.

The Duchess's next official engagement will be on September 12 when she attends the inaugural Tusk Conservation Awards with her husband in London.

Today's event is the prince's last official engagement on the island before leaving to take up a new military posting next month.

Wrapped up: Kate wore a green Ralph Lauren blazer, a Zara top and Paige jeans for her first official public appearance since the birth of her son

Starter's orders: Prince William had been asked to officially start the long distance race