Kate Middleton Shows Her Baby Bump as She Gets Back to Royal Work!

Kate Middleton returned to her royal duties when she made an official visit to Hope House in London earlier today. She wore a Max Mara wrap dress, which showed a hint of her growing baby bump. Hope House is an in-patient rehab center for women that offers treatment for substance abuse and other disorders. Once inside the center, Kate – who is a patron for Hope House – met with patients who shared drawings with her and even visited the facility’s kitchen. After her visit, Kate was greeted by two children who gave her a bouquet of pink flowers. This is her first royal appearance since she went on a vacation with Prince William in slammed by writer Hilary Mantel during a public lecture. View Slideshow ›