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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 11 September 2013 - 12:31
Hi AnonDubai! Congrats to you on such a great date to be due - haha!! Is this your 1st too? Where are you having your baby? We have already found out that we're having a boy - expecting a naughty little rascal already! xx
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EW MASTER
Latest post on 11 September 2013 - 12:27
Hi there everyone & congrats to you all on your wonderful baby news. I relocated to Dubai from the UK in June and we pretty much found out I was pregnant the day we relocated (it was quite an emotional goodbye to family & friends!) I am due on 17th Feb 2014 and this is our 1st baby - so everything is totally new. I seem to be obsessing over everything - hope this is normal!! By default I started out with Dr Hammami at Saudi German Hospital as he confirmed my pregnancy, however now I have decided I would like to try and go as natural as possible for the birth (signed my hubby and I up to Hypno-Birthing classes with Jasmine Collins in October). I started to feel my former Dr did not want to follow my birth plan particularly so I have now changed Drs to Dr Christian Josza - and he delivers at City Hospital. I don't work - I was planning on working when we arrived but the 1st trimester was particularly bad for me so I was forced to turn down a great contract role I was offered here and rest instead. I would be really interested in meeting up for coffee with anyone, especially those of you who are not working at the moment and have lots of free time! I live in downtown. Hope to hear from you soon xx Hey Dubaibambino! You and I are due on the same day! Congratulations on your first pregnancy!!
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 11 September 2013 - 11:28
Hi there everyone & congrats to you all on your wonderful baby news. I relocated to Dubai from the UK in June and we pretty much found out I was pregnant the day we relocated (it was quite an emotional goodbye to family & friends!) I am due on 17th Feb 2014 and this is our 1st baby - so everything is totally new. I seem to be obsessing over everything - hope this is normal!! By default I started out with Dr Hammami at Saudi German Hospital as he confirmed my pregnancy, however now I have decided I would like to try and go as natural as possible for the birth (signed my hubby and I up to Hypno-Birthing classes with Jasmine Collins in October). I started to feel my former Dr did not want to follow my birth plan particularly so I have now changed Drs to Dr Christian Josza - and he delivers at City Hospital. I don't work - I was planning on working when we arrived but the 1st trimester was particularly bad for me so I was forced to turn down a great contract role I was offered here and rest instead. I would be really interested in meeting up for coffee with anyone, especially those of you who are not working at the moment and have lots of free time! I live in downtown. Hope to hear from you soon xx
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 10 September 2013 - 09:59
Hello ladies, I haven't been on here for a while as I was in the UK over summer. I'm now due 28th Jan, but I thought I'd post in both threads as I am pretty sure I will have baby in February! This is my second, our first is a boy and was born in Dubai last year. He's 16 months now. I also live in Dubai Marina, lleeaa sounds like we live very close as I am also opposite the yacht club! I'd be really keen to meet for a coffee at some point. I made a good group of friends with my son through this forum and would be amazing to start a little group for number two too :-) I'm free most afternoons and also evenings/weekends. Mornings are a bit harder as I have my son with me and he's at the age where he wants to get down and explore! Hope to hear from you soon.
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 05 September 2013 - 22:01
Couldn't go to the coffee morning today. Message when you are back and maybe we can meet up there! Have a good trip!
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 05 September 2013 - 19:11
With pleasure JZJunior! Plz remind me once you are back:-)
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Latest post on 05 September 2013 - 16:00
Works been a bit all over the place recently so wasn't able to go to the coffee morning today - did you go torjetaylor? I'm back in the UK next week but will hopefully attend the coffee morning the following week and also a walk too lleeaa if you'd still like? I'm still pretty active so no probs for me to come to you....although who knows what will happen in 2 weeks?!
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 04 September 2013 - 20:18
JZJunior, I m even a bit more south than Marina Mall, on the other side of the bridge, in front of Yachtclub more or less. Very kind of you to suggest to meet in Marina South on early morning:-) Isn t it too demanding?
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Latest post on 04 September 2013 - 11:09
Quite amusing isn't it?! :) JZJUnior, are you going to another coffee morning tomorrow? I can't make tomorrow but can do the one the next week.
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Latest post on 02 September 2013 - 16:27
...anyone else feel like they're internet dating...?!!
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 02 September 2013 - 13:05
JZJunior/lleeaa, I'm in..guess I need to get used to waking up early anyway! :D AnonDubai, we were also told at NT scan (I was measuring 13w) by the tech that she was positive it was a girl...but I know that is really early so also not buying anything pink until I get it confirmed at the next big scan.
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Latest post on 02 September 2013 - 11:53
lleeaa, i'm in the original six - are you opposite the marina mall (sorry, still not great with my bearings yet). I'm happy to come over to you, just let me know when and where suits. Anyone else want to join?
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EW GURU
Latest post on 02 September 2013 - 11:25
AnonDubai, girl for us :) Already have a boy and both grandmas wanted a girl the first time around so great news for them when we tell them over the weekend. At 13wks we were told it s 75% girl so can relate to some mums on here that it does not mean very much, but got confirmation through a DNA-based test for abnormalities that can also pick up on the gender :) This week starting to clear away tight-fitting non stretch clothes from my wardrobe so hopefully I can see what clothes I have and avoid those 'nothing to wear' crises :) Elderflower, how old is your first?
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 01 September 2013 - 17:49
Torjetaylor, I m going to Real (JLT). I was told by doctors that the 2 really good studios for pilates were Real & Exhale. For me Real is simply more convenient. Only Exhale has prenatal YOGA though. JZjunior, still cycling? Cool!:-) Let s say on Tue morning e.g. ? Where are you in the Marina? I m next to The Quays property...
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Latest post on 01 September 2013 - 09:05
Yes! Let's meet up! I'm free during the weeks so one of the coffee mornings in the Marina would be good for me (I'm only in Media City). Also free some weekends as well. When is everyone else available? lleeaa - how did you like pilates? I'm more of a yoga person; was planning to start here in a couple of weeks. Which studio are you going to? Ladies on here have recommended Exhale.
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Latest post on 31 August 2013 - 22:04
Hi. Would certainly be up for some morning walks! I can't do mons or weds as cycle with friends at the camel track but let me know which day suits you best...
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 31 August 2013 - 19:31
AnonDubai, we were told with 14wks that it would be a girl at 80%: for us this result means actually the same as if we hadn t be told anything. Some friends confirmed: they were told smthg at 80-85% and it turned out it wasn t. So et s wait the organic scan I would say... :-) And personnaly I just hope this little thing to be healthy:-).
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 31 August 2013 - 19:25
JZJunior, Torjetaylor, Elderflower and... I started prenatal pilates today and it feels really good, but would be probably good to also do some "dynamic" walking in addition to that: would you be interested in meeting for this activity (we should be able to talk at the same time;-) )? I intend to do it around 30' a few times a week in the early morning (have to be back home at 7...ooops) but if you are not working it might sound crazy for you...;-) In the evening then?
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EW MASTER
Latest post on 31 August 2013 - 18:12
Has anyone found out the gender yet? I am really excited to find out but I am only 14 weeks so maybe it's a bit too early....
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 31 August 2013 - 15:05
Sorry for the delayed reply! torjetaylor, elderflower and lleeaa would love to meet up - and anyone else if they're interested! I went on Thurs to the marina for the expat coffee morning which was nice but also be great to meet more mums to be who are the same gestation. Hoping also elderflower that this will be a bit like the NCT. When and where is good for people to meet?
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 26 August 2013 - 23:06
Hi there,15wks/first/19months in Dubai (Marina)...I m in (if compatible with full time job...):-)
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 26 August 2013 - 20:48
Congrats all! I am another newbie to Dubai and to this forum. I am 14 weeks with baby number two and am looking forward to being part of this group for meet ups and support both before and after our babies arrive! I had my DS in the UK and found the NCT a really great source of friendship and advice so hope this will be a bit like that!
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EW EXPERT
Latest post on 26 August 2013 - 17:13
We hold weekly coffee mornings in various locations- please pick one and arrange to meet there. All the details are under the Coffee Mornings or Mums' Groups tab on the Events Page http://www.expatwoman.com/dubai/monthly_events_whats_on.aspx Thanks EW Admin
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 26 August 2013 - 17:11
Hi everyone! 16 weeks first time mum here! I would definitely like to get to know some other first timers, so we can support and share our experiences together. Is anyone free for coffee (decaf ;) )? I'm not working at the moment so can do the weekdays. JZJunior, are you keen to meet up?
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 26 August 2013 - 10:46
Hello All. Just wanted to say hi. I'm 14 weeks tomorrow with our first. Only been in Dubai since April so don't have a big network or friends yet so would love to meet up with you all if you ever do coffee? I've been ridiculously lucky so far - feel completely normal (don't hate me!). I'm from the UK and live in the marina. Would be lovely to hear from a few people!
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 22 August 2013 - 21:39
Hey yaya5, if its any help, when I had my baby last year, I was on a tourist visa, husband had a residence visa. I know that's not exactly the same circumstances. I hope you find your answer soon :) Starfish thank you for at least responding to me. Thank you!
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 22 August 2013 - 21:11
Congrats all! I just passed 14 weeks and got the joy of calling family yesterday to let them know. That was SO much fun! This is our first, so I'm definitely nervous, especially being so far from friends & family. Glad to find this forum. I've only had a little bit of morning sickness (night sickness, actually). Lucky so far! :-) I know what you mean KC1, both last time and this time my morning sickness has definitely been worse in the evenings! Glad to hear you've haven't felt too bad though, enjoy this second trimester :)
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Latest post on 22 August 2013 - 20:58
Hey yaya5, if its any help, when I had my baby last year, I was on a tourist visa, husband had a residence visa. I know that's not exactly the same circumstances. I hope you find your answer soon :)
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Latest post on 22 August 2013 - 16:32
Ladies I have asked on 2 other posts and nobody replies! =( they just read and move on. Anybody have any clues if you can deliver a baby in Dubai on a tourist visa. (both parents on tourist) we are legally married? Thanks
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EW GURU
Latest post on 19 August 2013 - 07:06
Humous, why should a doctor (especially a gynae) wear fake nails? Back home all medical staff have to have short unvarnished nails and i am pretty sure this is the same everywhere, so I was super shocked first to hear she was even allowed to wear them, second of what she did with them and third that she had no issues doing this in front of your husband! I don't think you want her have her nails falling off while you are delivering or if she has to perform a c-section. So first I would report her to the medical director of the hospital and secondly, yes DO change doctors. There are plenty of good doctors in Dubai so you may want to see another one while you wait for your appointment with Dr Elsa. My doctor is Dr Jennifer Karsisky at the Welcare Mediclinic in Garhoud who also delivered my first baby and I must say she is one of the most professional doctors I have seen in Dubai but she also has the ability of talking to you 'woman to woman' which is lovely.
 
 

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