The Little Prince by Matej Peljihan

The Little Prince is a set of photographs by Slovenian psychologist and photographer Matej Peljhan of 12-year-old Luka who suffers from muscular dystrophy.  Matej wanted to capture the boy participating in adventures that he is not able to do so because of his disease.  "The only thing he is physically capable of are tiny, yet extremely weak movements with his fingers," Matej said in an interview with Huffington Post.  You can check out more photos of Luka here.

The Waiting Game: Past Your Due Date

Peter C. Vey Cartoon Courtesy of Conde Nast

One of the biggest misconceptions I had before I was pregnant is that I would deliver by my due date. Well, I waved hello to my due date anticipating to give birth that day and then waved goodbye to it as it passed me by. In order to keep sane about the whole matter, I’ve written down a list of things I’m doing to keep me occupied until I go into labor. Enjoy!

1. Make a hospital mix. Music is such a big part of my life and I can’t imagine going through the whole labor process without it. I’ve created and refined my labor mix over and over again. I chose songs that will help me get through the pain and help soothe me at the same time. I’ll try to figure out how to post my mix on the blog for you to listen to.

2. Clean your house or apartment. They say that nesting is the first sign that you will go into labor but the way I see it is that I will be so boggled down once the baby arrives that I don’t know when I will get around to cleaning and organizing it again so I treat everyday like it’s the last one I have to clean.

3. Have a dance party! OK it will not be a major dance party like the wild ones you had in your early years but while you are making your mix, play some songs that make you want to grab your belly, shake your hips and move around the room! Remember, studies show that the little one can hear what goes on in your world so play him some tunes and bust a move!

4. Go for long walks. I’ve felt a sudden burst of energy in the past two weeks of my pregnancy and have used it to take my two dogs for walks around the neighborhood. It’s been a great way to reflect on how far I’ve come since I first found out I was pregnant, keeps me fit, improves circulation and it helps little one move down to the birth canal.

5. Organize email addresses to notify friends and family once the baby is born. I have friends all over the world that are anxious to hear news of the arrival of our little son! I’ve made an email list so I can send out a mass email to everyone with photos once our son arrives.

Pregnant Style Muse - Gisele Bundchen

Pregnancy Style Muse - Gisele Bundchen by baybaymama featuring sparkle jewelry

Mama.licious mama licious, $72 / J.Crew strap sandals / Givenchy studded bag / House of Harlow 1960 sparkle jewelry / Floppy beach hat

Maurice Sendak on Being a Kid

June 10th would have marked the legendary children's writer and illustrator Maurice Sendak's 85th birthday. He passed away more than a year ago. Maurice is most popular for the book Where The Wild Things Are, which was created in 1963 and has sold over 19 million copies.  Fun fact - the book was originally about a spoiled child who is sent to his room and escapes to a land of wild horses.  Since Maurice was unable to draw horses, he changed the horses to the "wild things."  

To mark his birthday, Blank on Blank has released an animated video to coordinate with an interview he did in 2009 where he discussed the difficulties of being a child.  It's really beautiful.  To caveat that interview is a segment from his last interview with Fresh Air's Terry Gross.  Enjoy.  

Easy Peasy Eco-Friendly Baby Shoes

Easy Peasy baby footwear defines OMG cute.  Founded by two young French designers, each slippers are made out of vegetable-tanned leather with organic cotton packaging making it eco-friendly as well as adorable.  Highlights from the collection include the bicycle slippers, the lion slippers and puppy slippers.  

Official Band Merchandise For Babies!

Matt & Kim Brooklyn Onesie $20

Metallica Scary Guy Baby Romper $19.99

A Tribe Called Quest Logo Onesie $18

Phish Lotus Onesie $18

Le Tigre Romper $16

AC/DC Back In Black Bib $12.95

One of the best additions to merch tables at concerts in the last five years or so is baby gear! I am such a huge fan of live music and what better way to remember your favorite concerts than buying something for your little one. I scoured band sites so you don't have to and picked out some fun rockin' onesies and even an amazing AC/DC bib.  

Supermodel Christy Turlington Burns of Every Mother Counts Collaborates with Ergobaby

I've previously written about the non-profit foundation Every Mother Counts founded by supermodel Christy Turlington Burns, which provides resources and education to end preventable deaths caused by pregnancy and childbirth around the globe. They have exclusively collaborated with the popular baby brand ErgoBaby and designed a set of accessories in which 10% of the profits is donated to Every Mother Counts and includes a diaper bag, baby carriers and shoulder bag. Almost every mother I know swears by their ErgoBaby carrier. All of these items comes in a beautiful unique African "Umba"print. What is better than buying baby necessities and having the money go to a good cause?  Find out about the collaboration here.

Life's A Beach!

Life's A Beach! by baybaymama featuring we are handsome swimsuit

We Are Handsome swimsuit / Havaianas flip flop sandals / Mar y Sol tote / Sun care / Molo Girls Nakia Flamingo Print Swimsuit | AlexandAlexa, $47 / J.Crew Rikshaw Design baby sun hat / J.Crew Girls' colorblock floral flip-flops / Sensi Studio Lady Ibiza toquilla straw sunhat, $175

Mini Rodini

Mini Rodini is a Scandinavian based children's line that embodies self expression for the little ones.  Founded by illustrator Cassandra Rodin in 2005, the clothes have quickly become popular amongst the kin of celebrity mommies like Jessica Alba, Gwen Stefani, Miranda Kerr and Madonna. The clothes are part Jeremy Scott and part Marc Jacobs but for kids!  Rodin believes that "it is important that children have clothes that match their own mood and creativity." For more information on the line, click here.

Rockabye Baby! Lullaby Renditions of Jay-Z Album Out In July!

One of the best concerts I attended was Jay-Z at the new Barclay's Center in Brooklyn this fall.  It was indescribable and I even got a little teary eyed watching the whole venue with their arms up in their air making a triangle formation with their hands, "See in my inner circle all we do is ball 'til we got triangles on our wall." Anyway, I'm a HUGE Jay-Z fan and as I've written before a Rockabye Baby! fan as well.  I am thrilled that they announced that Rockabye Baby! Lullaby Renditions of Jay-Z will be released July 9th!  Songs include "Hard Knock Life", "Big Pimpin'", "Girls, Girls, Girls" and "Empire State of Mind."  Get a sneak peek here.