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Latest post on 09 May 2014 - 17:20
Depending on your budget, have a look at Buheirah Corniche, Qanat al Qasba area and Al Tawoon Rd/Al Mamzar Sharjah.
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Latest post on 29 March 2014 - 16:48
I had to do that a while ago and was told by the bank that I would have to have an account with them in order to exchange EUR to GBP. Changed at a travel agent in the end.
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Latest post on 13 July 2013 - 17:35
Using the baby snug and just bought one of those highchair suction toys.
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Latest post on 22 June 2013 - 14:06
I sterilized for the first 12 months and bought a compact steam sterilizer from Pigeon brand which holds up to 2 wide neck bottles and hardly takes space in the suitcase. Alternatively, have a look at this travel sterilizer: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Babytec-2200-Compact-Travel-Steriliser/dp/B004IYIHQ8
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Latest post on 12 June 2013 - 14:05
For the UK, you can check this website: http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/visas-immigration/working/tier2/general/
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Latest post on 12 May 2013 - 14:17
I see. For us feeding day or night is more or less the same. Fingers crossed then that your DD sleeps through again!
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Latest post on 10 May 2013 - 23:00
Thanks for your reply Lancashire Lass. Weight is still in 50th percentile. Did your DD sleep through the night? As I still have to feed a couple of times at night.
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Latest post on 10 May 2013 - 20:13
My 3 months old doesn't take more than 3 oz (4 is rare) per feed or even less, no matter how many hours between feeds. He's exclusively FF since he was 5 weeks. Recently he starts to suck on his thumbs but refuses bottle or drinks very small amounts? Otherwise he is alert and active. Did anyone experience something similar?
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Latest post on 07 May 2013 - 14:01
Baby jogger City Select. There are 16 configurations suitable for twins or children close together in age. Unfortunately it is not available here so you need to ship it from the US or UK. You could always try a buggy board if the older child is old enough to stand? Thanks DB but I'm looking for a stroller like the donkey in which kiddies can be side by side. i think the donkey is the only good option in this case. Check the Baby Jogger City Mini double. It's side by side, and you can attach a bassinet for the newborn. Easy to fold and not too heavy as well.
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Latest post on 07 May 2013 - 13:57
Also have a quinny buzz and bought a Maclaren for travelling. Bought the techno xlr which reclines completely flat. However, even folded, the Maclaren is quite long and often doesn't fit in luggage areas on trains for example. Also I never managed to get it back at the door of the plane.
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Latest post on 22 April 2013 - 18:20
Hi Ladies? I am in desperate need of new long sleeved tops. I'm fair and hate suncream so I always cover my skin instead. Most of what I can find in the malls are loose-fitting shirt-style tops which don't work on my figure at all! I'm looking for fitted tops, long sleeves, stretch fabric, good quality (so not H&M), ideally in deep colours (jewel shades)...anyone got any ideas? edited by celticcavegirl on 22/04/2013 Bought lots of long sleeved, stretchy ones in camaieu and promod in the past.
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Latest post on 15 March 2013 - 16:01
And also http://www.houseshare.com/house-share/london
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Latest post on 15 March 2013 - 15:47
Try http://www.spareroom.co.uk All the best.
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Latest post on 24 October 2012 - 00:22
You could also donate online. If you google qurbani, you will find several charities where you can choose the country.
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Latest post on 24 October 2012 - 00:19
where to find? last time i went all over rolla in sharjah and found one guy with a stand on the sidewalk who had just a few colors. is there anywhere in dubai that has them? edited by Chi2dxb on 23/10/2012 In Dubai, you could try the abaya shops in Al Ghurair Centre.
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Latest post on 08 October 2012 - 03:08
I did, and if I remember correctly, it was till almost due date. (I was on 75mg daily.)
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Latest post on 13 August 2012 - 17:03
I bought the Techno XLR from babyshop, albeit some time ago. Did you ask them to phone the other branches in Dubai/Abu Dhabi?
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Latest post on 13 August 2012 - 17:01
Best to discuss the benefits and risks of implanting more than 2 embryos with your doctor. The probability of having multiples decreases with the age of the woman. The decision how many embryos to implant is also depending on the stage of the embryos, so best to have a talk with your doctor. He should be able to show you some age related statistics as well. Found this online for you: http://alturl.com/hsshj All the best!
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Latest post on 09 August 2012 - 16:32
UmmShamsa, I tried the Bugaboo Donkey as well in John Lewis, and the seat units are smaller than the seat unit of the Cameleon.
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Latest post on 09 August 2012 - 16:29
Thanks Brummie Bird, went to John Lewis and tried the ICandy but unfortunately,the seat is already now too small for LO.
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Latest post on 06 August 2012 - 17:24
Using Tommee Tippee and replace teets after 2 months and bottles after 4 months or earlier if they change colour (happens sometimes as I put them in the dishwasher). Added: have always a couple of bottles in use so don't sterilize them as often per day as you do. <em>edited by Kermi on 06/08/2012</em>
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Latest post on 06 August 2012 - 17:19
I bought the Icandy Peach with extra seat converter , my next bub is due in 4 weeks and i have a 19month old. I like the fact that it converts into a twin and single stroller. However i know lots of people swear by the maclaren twin techno as its suitable from newborn Brummie Bird, would you recommend the Peach for a quite tall toddler? TIA
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Latest post on 26 July 2012 - 16:11
Maybe try to contact companies that provide access control systems, like wipaq.com?
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Latest post on 26 July 2012 - 16:09
Maybe these websites are something for you: http://www.cleaninggiftvouchers.co.uk/ http://www.housekeeperslondon.co.uk/gift-vouchers/ (Don't have personal experience, just found them while searching for myself)
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Latest post on 12 July 2012 - 01:18
You could go with a vodafone sim and one of their freebees packages. Have a look here: http://www.vodafone.co.uk/personal/price-plans/pay-as-you-go/vodafone-freebees/index.htm?icmp=int-vod-payg-21dec-tl3
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Latest post on 10 May 2012 - 16:52
Thanks, jackieq513, I also saw this thread. I actually meant an agency who has an office in London as a friend would like to arrange some visits during a vacation.
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Latest post on 09 May 2012 - 23:08
You could ask in barber shops close by. That's how we found someone. (The barber came to our house btw.)
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Latest post on 09 May 2012 - 23:05
Any recommendations? TIA
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Latest post on 09 May 2012 - 02:02
Apologies, didn't clarify. It's for buying for investment purposes, so no specific area.
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Latest post on 08 May 2012 - 21:55
Do you mean this thread: http://www.expatwoman.com/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=172728&Page=0
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Latest post on 02 May 2012 - 18:58
Thx MF and MYCA I already have this it's like powder , but i saw ladie that she put somthing like creamy with the brush and she told me that it stay for 3 days even u wash it , it's like tattoo but it stay 3 days , but i forget toask from where I think you mean the kit from Beautiful Brows, the company SA_Babe mentioned. I's called 'Semi permanent eyebrow kit', and like SA_Babe said, it comes with a box of stencils and brow powder. You're supposed to remove the colour only with a waterproof eye make up remover. However, on me, I don't see a difference to the products from companies like Clinique or Benefit. Try it out first :)
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Latest post on 30 April 2012 - 02:00
Elle bear in mind that most places in the UK are rented fully furnished, and it can be hard to get LLs to remove bulky items such as beds.... Speaking from experience of shipping my entire flat from Oz and wishing I hadn't... No they aren't...lots and lots are unfurnished. I think it depends where you move to and if you plan to rent a house or a flat. We find it quite difficult to find an unfurnished flat in Glasgow Centre atm.
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Latest post on 29 April 2012 - 23:59
We used DASA International and were very happy with the service in Dubai. However, in UK, they used a partner company, and they were not so good. We shipped a complete 2BR flat, and they packed, wrapped and removed everything. Really happy with packing and wrapping, no damages. Best to give them a call and they will come to you and give you a quote based on what items you want to ship. ETA: If you have just a few boxes and furniture items, maybe look into shared container shipping. I think there was a thread about it not long ago. <em>edited by Kermi on 30/04/2012</em>
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Latest post on 03 April 2012 - 14:39
I bought it in Dubai, albeit more than 1 year ago. If I remember correctly, I found it in DFC in one of the health/vitamin stores.
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Latest post on 27 March 2012 - 14:53
Khaleej Times publishes daily rates: http://www.khaleejtimes.com/forex.asp
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Latest post on 25 March 2012 - 23:52
Thanks for all the great tips.
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Latest post on 25 March 2012 - 23:39
thanks, where can I buy the tablets? Used to see them either In Mothercare or Babyshop. Might be worth to check C4 as well. (Maybe try them at home first to be sure that LO doesn't mind the smell :) ) <em>edited by Kermi on 25/03/2012</em>
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Latest post on 22 March 2012 - 02:18
Thank you, Rosieposie and matilda13! Will research the areas you mentioned.
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Latest post on 22 March 2012 - 02:16
I have the Pigeon compact steam sterilizer (got it from Union Coop), it can fit 1 - 2 wide neck bottles and doesn't take too much space in a suitcase.
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Latest post on 21 March 2012 - 15:22
Plenty of nice parts of the West End (near the uni), and plenty of less desirable areas! You need to be careful that you don't end up in a tenement with loads of students. Do you prefer to rent a flat in West End/City Centre or would you rather rent a house in the suburbs? Thanks for the reply! We didn't make our mind up yet, would have to use public transport with LO, so tend to a flat atm. Do you have any recommendations for a good RE agent (besides the online listings)?
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Latest post on 21 March 2012 - 15:09
I am also introducing solids to my baby now, and I dont think you need a special food processor, any good processor is fine, you can even mash the food yourself with a fork. Or, am I missing something?[/q [b'>I actually use a blender and a fork to prepare some of my DD's food, you dont need any special one just as long it does the job its intended to do.[/b'> edited by muu on 21/03/2012 Same here. Using a steamer, and then a fork to mash. Was actually planning to buy the Avent 2 in1, but then accompanied a friend in UK to a weaning workshop where they encouraged to use a fork to have lumpier food from the start. ETA: I introduced one food at a time and waited 2-3 days before introducing another to watch for any reactions. <em>edited by Kermi on 21/03/2012</em>
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Latest post on 19 March 2012 - 19:56
Thanks!
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Latest post on 19 March 2012 - 19:47
Hi, I know Glasgow so could give some pointers..... Which uni will the job be at (there are three in Glasgow) Apologies, it's University of Glasgow. Would you like to email? My email id is Thanks! <em>edited by Kermi on 19/03/2012</em>
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Latest post on 19 March 2012 - 19:45
I'm delivering at Latifa, so I'm not sure how they'll organie it but I'll call the place who spoke to me there and ask them the process. ! Also delivered at Latifa and did the storing with Dubai Cord Blood and Research Centre which is located next to the hospital. Very happy with service there.
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Latest post on 13 March 2012 - 15:54
'My own laptop' from leapfrog? Would keep DS1 busy, and you can personalize it with your child's name, and have DS2 send an "email" :)
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Latest post on 25 February 2012 - 21:31
Fyi, Kermi, I've checked quinny zapp xtra in Babyshop and the salesman told me that I need to take off the seat in order to fold the stroller into small size. Thought that it's not very convenient feature. edited by dramaqn on 24/02/2012 Thanks for the info, dramaqn!
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Latest post on 23 February 2012 - 23:06
We have a maclaren techno xlr. It reclines fully, and it's easy to fold, lightweight and sturdy. Cons are, the storage basket is difficult to access, and, when folded, it's still quite long and doesn't fit in regular stroller travel bags. We bought the maclaren for travel only, and I'm planning to check out the quinny zapp xtra, which folds really small. Check also www.strollersandprams.com for some detailed reviews.
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Latest post on 20 February 2012 - 20:09
We had a graco pack n play with bassinet and were very happy with it. Didn't use the changing station, though. We used a mothercare one during a hotel stay and found the graco much better and sturdier. We bought the graco at babyshop.
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Latest post on 18 November 2011 - 19:29
Got it, you can delete it now :)
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Latest post on 09 November 2011 - 14:48
Frenchy, do you have my email ID? Removing it now.
 
 
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