Shakira Baby Photos: Singer Shows Off First Picture of Milan on UNICEF Website
Shakira and her soccer player-beau, Gerard Pique finally gave the world a glimpse of their precious new son, Milan Pique Mubarak. The couple released the image of their new baby on their UNICEF website, where they are both ambassadors for the charity organization. The photo features little Milan in a blue and white striped onesie receiving a kiss from dad while resting in his father’s hands.
The virtual baby shower on the UNICEF website suggests visitors donate $5-$110 to support children in need around the world. “We hope that, in his name, other less privileged children in the world can have their basic needs covered through gifts and donations,” the couple said. “Thank you for sharing this unforgettable moment with us.”
Pique, 26, offered the first sneak peek of Milan a day after he was born, posting an image of his inscribed Nike sneakers via Who Say.
Shakira gave birth on Jan. 22 in Barcelona, Spain. The singer, 36, shared on her official website that her baby was born in Barcelona like his father Pique' by stating that baby Milan became a "member of Barcelona by birth."
"Just like his father, baby Milan became a member of FC Barcelona at birth. The hospital confirmed that the couple's first child weighed approximately 6lbs. 6 ounces, and that both mother and child are in excellent health." Shakira gave birth to her son Milan through C-Section.The name Milan (pronounced MEE-lahn) means dear, loving and gracious in Slavic; in Ancient Roman; eager and laborious; and in Sanskrit, unification.
Shakira recently celebrated her 36th birthday on Feb. 2, also Ground Hog Day. The “Hips Don’t Lie” singer will join Usher in replacing Cee-Lo Green and Christina Aguilera as coaches on season 5 of "The Voice." Shakira makes her debut as a coach on the fifth season of the "The Voice" when it returns to NBC on March 25.
