Colombian pop-star Shakira and her husband, Spanish soccer stud Gerard Pique, welcomed a baby boy into the world Tuesday night.
'We are happy to announce the birth of Milan Pique Mebarak, son of Shakira Mebarak and Gerard Pique, born January 22nd at 9:36pm, in Barcelona, Spain,' the sensational singer posted on her website Tuesday.
'The name Milan (pronounced MEE-lahn), means dear, loving and gracious in Slavic; in Ancient Roman, eager and laborious; and in Sanskrit, unification.'
Milan, the couple's first child, weighed 6 pounds and 6 ounces at birth, the hospital confirmed, adding that both the mother and child are 'in excellent health.'
In the statement, Shakira also joked that, 'Just like his father, baby Milan became a member of FC Barcelona at birth.'
Earlier Tuesday, the Latina singer was spotted heading into a Barcelona hospital..
Colombian pop-star Shakira and her husband, Spanish soccer stud Gerard Pique, welcomed a baby boy into the world Tuesday night.
'We are happy to announce the birth of Milan Pique Mebarak, son of Shakira Mebarak and Gerard Pique, born January 22nd at 9:36pm, in Barcelona, Spain,' the sensational singer posted on her website Tuesday.
'The name Milan (pronounced MEE-lahn), means dear, loving and gracious in Slavic; in Ancient Roman, eager and laborious; and in Sanskrit, unification.'
Milan, the couple's first child, weighed 6 pounds and 6 ounces at birth, the hospital confirmed, adding that both the mother and child are 'in excellent health.'
In the statement, Shakira also joked that, 'Just like his father, baby Milan became a member of FC Barcelona at birth.'
Earlier Tuesday, the Latina singer was spotted heading into a Barcelona hospital.
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Colombian pop star Shakira and Barcelona defender Gerard Pique on Wednesday announced the birth of their son Milan.
'We are pleased to announce the birth of Milan Pique Mebarak, son of Shakira Mebarak and Gerard Pique, on January 22 at 9:36 pm (2036 GMT), in Barcelona, Spain,' the pair said on Twitter.
They said Milan 'means dear, loving and gracious in Slavic; in Ancient Roman, eager and laborious; and in Sanskrit, unification. Just like his father, baby Milan became a member of FC Barcelona at birth'.
The baby weighed in at almost three kilograms (6.6 pounds) and both Shakira and Milan 'are in excellent health', the singer and the football star said in their statement.
In Bogota, Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos sent his congratulations to the couple 'on behalf of Colombia and my family' via Twitter.
Pique irked much the world's media late last month by announcing his girlfriend had given birth -- but then revealing it was a prank.
The announcement had also been made on Twitter. 'Our boy has already been born! We are very happy! Thank you all for your messages!' he said.
But the message came on the 'Day of the Innocents' when people in Spain play practical jokes on each other.
Later Pique seemed to be letting fans know it was a joke in a second message: 'He already has a name! He is called Innocent! Happy Day of the Innocents to all!'
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In case you're wondering you've heard this news before, you should know that the earlier news was a prank and that Colombian singer Shakira gave birth to her first child - a boy - in a Barcelona hospital on Tuesday, and this time her family confirmed in a communique!
The pop star gave birth at 9.36 p.m. to a boy weighing almost 3 kg and both the mother and child are 'in perfect health', the communique stated.
Shakira was admitted to the private Teknon clinic at 6.30 p.m. accompanied by her boyfriend, F.C. Barcelona soccer star Gerard Pique.
In the communique, the couple and the family said: 'We are happy to announce the birth of Milan Pique Mebarak, son of Shakira Mebarak and Gerard Pique ... The name Milan (pronounced MEE-lahn), means dear, loving and gracious in Slavic; in ancient Roman, eager and laborious; and in Sanskrit, unification'.
Since early Tuesday morning, numerous reporters and photographers had remained on alert outside the clinic, given recent rumours that this would be the day the child would be born.
On Tuesday morning, before the birth, Shakira had tweeted, 'I'd like to ask you all to accompany me in your prayers on this very important day of my life.'
The baby was delivered by previously-scheduled Caesarean by a medical team headed by Dr. Carlota Garcia-Valdecasa.
Shakira, 35, last appeared in public Jan 14 at the Casa del Libro in
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Shakira is singing a happy tune!
The Colombian songstress and her boyfriend, professional soccer player Gerard Pique, welcomed a baby boy on Tuesday, according to Shakira's personal website.
'We are happy to announce the birth of Milan, son of Shakira Mebarak and Gerard Piqué, born January 22nd at 9:36pm, in Barcelona, Spain,' the statement read. 'The name Milan (pronounced MEE-lahn), means dear, loving and gracious in Slavic; in Ancient Roman, eager and laborious; and in Sanskrit, unification. '
[Related: Shakira Invites Fans to Virtual Baby Shower]
And though he's just hours old and currently only weighs 6 pounds, 6 ounces, it sounds like the little guy will be following in the footsteps of his dad ... or that's what his parents are hoping, at least: 'Just like his father, baby Milan became a member of FC Barcelona at birth,' the note continued.
Shakira had given her more than 19 million Twitter followers a hint that her bundle of joy was on the way earlier on Tuesday, writing, 'I'd like to ask you all to accompany me in your prayers on this very important day of my life. Shak'
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Just last week, Shakira, 35, and her 25-year-old baby daddy announced they were throwing a 'virtual baby shower' to support UNICEF and while they said they would 'soon be welcoming' their first child, they didn't specify when. The cou
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Shakira gave birth to her first son, Milan, according to People en Espanol .
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Shakira is singing a happy tune!
The Colombian songstress and her boyfriend, professional soccer player Gerard Pique, welcomed a baby boy on Tuesday, according to Shakira’s personal website.
'We are happy to announce the birth of Milan, son of Shakira Mebarak and Gerard Piqué, born January 22nd at 9:36pm, in Barcelona, Spain,” the statement read. 'The name Milan (pronounced MEE-lahn), means dear, loving and gracious in Slavic; in Ancient Roman, eager and laborious; and in Sanskrit, unification. '
And though he’s just hours old and currently only weighs 6 pounds, 6 ounces, it sounds like the little guy will be following in the footsteps of his dad … or that’s what his parents are hoping, at least: “Just like his father, baby Milan became a member of FC Barcelona at birth,” the note continued.
Shakira had given her more than 19 million Twitter followers a hint that her bundle of joy was on the way earlier on Tuesday, writing, 'I'd like to ask you all to accompany me in your prayers on this very important day of my life. Shak'
Just last week, Shakira, 35, and her 25-year-old baby daddy announced they were throwing a “virtual baby shower” to support UNICEF and while they said they would 'soon be welcoming” their first child, they didn’t specify when. The couple – who confirmed their relationship for the first time almost two years ago – reportedly had scheduled the birth so that Pique could make sure he was the
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10-Year-Old Colombian Girl Gives Birth! (One Of The Youngest Mothers)
Here's a shocking story. A 10-year-old girl in Colombia has given birth via caesarian section, making her one of the youngest mothers in the world.
Although the girl is now safe and recovering, this case underscores the dangers of pregnancy before maturity, according to doctors.
'No 10-year-old anywhere in the world should be having a baby,' Lewis Wall, a professor of obstetrics and gynecology at the Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, told LiveScience.
According to Good Morning America, the 10-year-old girl, a member of the Wayuu tribe in Manaure, Colombia, delivered a healthy, 5-pound baby girl. The age of the father unknown and police in Colombia can't press charges as the tribe is under its own jurisdiction.
The risks of such a terrifying ordeal are mental, Wall said.
'Any 10-year-old who is pregnant has already been abused significantly by somebody,' he said. 'That probably should go without saying.'
There are plenty of physical risks too.
'The placenta preferentially will take nutrition from the mother, who really is a child,' said Sherry Thomas, an OB/GYN at Mission Community Hospital in Panorama City, California. That means that the fetus will take calcium and other nutrients from a child, who should still be gro
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Maxwell is officially a big sis! Jessica Simpson gave birth to a baby boy on Sunday. And she and fiance Eric Johnson have named the little one Ace Knute! Too cute! Her rep says Ace Knute Johnson has arrived! Mom and baby are doing great. Jessica, Eric and Maxwell are thrilled to welcome the new addition to their family. Little Ace was born at an LA hospital via a scheduled C-section. As for Ace's middle name, Knute, Jess's rep confirms that the name honors Eric's Swedish grandfather.
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It's a boy for Prince William and Kate, Duchess of Cambridge.
The former Kate Middleton gave birth to the couple's first child, a son, on Monday afternoon at a London hospital.
The birth was announced via a formal press release issued by Kensington Palace, which stated that the duchess 'was safely delivered of a son' at 4:24 p.m., local time, weighing 8 lbs., 6 oz.
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'The Duke of Cambridge was present for the birth,' the statement added. 'The Queen, The Duke of Edinburgh, The Prince of Wales, The Duchess of Cornwall, Prince Harry and members of both families have been informed and are delighted with the news.'
Mother and son are both doing well, the palace said, and will remain in the hospital overnight.
'We could not be happier,' Prince William said via a palace spokesperson. He will be spending the night at the hospital with his wife and new baby.
A palace source tells CBS News that William was with the duchess throughout her labor, and called the queen, Prince Charles, Prince Harry and the Middletons with the news.
In a statement, Charles said he and wife Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, are 'overjoyed' by the baby's birth.
'Grandparenthood is a unique moment in anyone's life, as countless ki
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Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge, has given birth to a baby boy. The unnamed son is third in line to the throne. Both mother and child are doing well, Kensington Palace said in a short statement. They will both remain in hospital overnight.
The son of Prince William and Middleton weighed 8lbs 6oz (3.6kg). He was delivered at 4.24pm in the maternity wing of St Mary's hospital, London, by natural birth. The Duke of Cambridge was at the bedside.
'We could not be happier,' William said in a statement. A Buckingham palace spokesman said the Queen and Duke of Edinburgh are 'delighted at the news'. The prime minister, David Cameron, predicted William and Kate will 'make wonderful parents'.
Hundreds gathered outside the hospital to celebrate the news. The crowd sang: 'Happy birthday dear royal baby,' in absence of a name. Later several hundred people were outside Buckingham Palace, where an ornate easel announced the birth.
The birth of the royal baby had been followed around the world. In America rolling news channels devoted their coverage to the birth, while Australia prime minister Kevin Rudd sent his country's 'warmest regards' to the new family.
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