Royal moms… they’re just like us! Okay, so not quite. Most of us don’t have our entire lives documented as part of an entire nation’s ruling family. And, to that end, most of us don’t give birth to princes and princesses.

To say 2024 was an eventful year is the ultimate understatement—especially when it comes to the British royal family. The year began with the world wondering about Kate Middleton's 'disappearance,' it gave us a wild PhotoShop debacle and it ended with Princess Anne being named the hardest working royal (yet again).

Kate Middleton is celebrating her 43rd birthday today, with the royal family sharing a loving tribute on social media to mark the Princess of Wales' special day