Kate Middleton spellbinds fans during her first solo engagement as Princess of Wales

Kate Middleton left onlookers spellbound with her sweet gesture and gorgeous dress as she resumed her royal duties following the death of Queen Elizabeth II last month.

The Princess of Wales visited Royal Surrey County Hospital's Special Care Baby Unit (SCBU) which provides specialist neonatal care for tiny and premature babies on Wednesday.

The royal, wearing a face mask and stunning Karen Millen dress, was seen cradling newborn baby during her visit to the hospital.

Kate was looking smashing in Karen Millen dress, which she paired with black heels, a simple black clutch bag and pearl drop earrings.

The mother-of-three also learnt all about the holistic support provided to pregnant women and new mothers. Prince William's sweetheart also met with a mother who had previously received support from the Surrey hospital.