June 2013 due dates

Hi June ladies, Just back from the babymoon and catching up on what I have missed. Cazbaby, I haven't heard of this before, but I am sure the doctor would tell you if it was a cause for serious concern. Did they say this is quite common? I hope your mid-month visit goes well and you get some clarity. Ranmooda, congratulations and welcome. Freckles, I hope you are having a lovely break in the sun. I am not sure if I can make it on Monday, but will try so hopefully see you there cherryblossom, JDlover, and cazbaby. I have booked in to do antenatal classes with a lady called Cecile in healthcare city on recommendations found on this site. Is anybody else doing them? A friend of mine went to the ones in City Hospital and said it was appallingly bad. Now at 27 weeks, I think my total weight gain is around 10kg and I have been conscious of what I am eating since my last weigh-in when the nurse laughed when I steppped on the scales. How are the rest of you doing with weight gain? Yesterday I was in IKEA and the Filipino sales lady looked at my belly and asked me if I was delivering this month. I said no, and - no joke - she said "but you are so big". Just what I needed to hear. :) Hope you are all doing well. x

Hi Everyone, I've just had a routine appointment this morning with Dr Britt and following a US been referred to 'Genesis Dubai' as my baby is apparently on the small side for delivery date 24th June :-( Been told to try not to worry & to go in 2 x weeks (in-between my standard monthly visit) so they can monitor the growth closer over this next month but now I've all this waiting to do all I'm going to do is of course worry & then worry some more... I guess there is a lot of time to go so maybe my little one will catch-up with the norm. Is this just happening to me or has anyone else been referred before?? On a seperate and happier note - I can make the coffee morning on 25th March so look forward to seeing you there JDlover, Cherryblossom & anyone else who can make it?? X

Hi all, Can't believe the weeks are flying by! Shall we just book in for Mon 25th at the Costa coffee Dubai Mall again? It'll give others a week to check the thread. X

How about Mon 18th or Mon 25 for a day time meet??? Still need to do an eve one as well

Hi all preggo ladies :-) I'm new to this post. I'm due june 14 Looking forward for meet ups when they resume. Rana

Mums & bumps is on tomorrow all the details are on our events pages Whether you are a first time mum or an experienced mum of four; have a 12-week bump or a bump about to pop - you will find someone who is at the same stage as you are. In Dubai, where so many of us are without family support, having a baby can be a daunting prospect, and finding a wonderful group of friends can make a huge difference. It’s nice and friendly, so please don't be shy. You will meet many other mummies and you can be chatting away in no time. It is a great place to get advice, support and encouragement with everything from doctors to hospitals; feeding to potty training - from people who know best...other mothers! * Costa Coffee is on the 2nd floor of Dubai Mall over looking the ice rink...Look forward to seeing you there! 10am - 12noon @ COSTA COFFEE - DUBAI MALL

Hi everyone, Not been on here in ages, just noticed on my phone that we were due to meet tomorrow but looks like it's now been cancelled, sorry rubbish at checking this thread. Will promise to get better, let me know when's the next meet!

Happy to meet one eve or weekend. Also we were due to meet on Mon am but I am guessing that is no longer the ask. I know Freckles can't make it. (Sorry I missed the last coffee morning)?????? Those available in the days. Are you free to meet on Monday 18th a the coffee morning? X <em>edited by cherryblossom77a on 02/03/2013</em>

Hi All, Interesting to hear about the stem cell/cord storage - I hadn't considered this but will be investigating further - thanks! Freckle - Great to hear about the Bumos & Babes Saturday morning - I will try to find our when the next one is and attend :-) As everyone is pretty busy this week - how about catch-up one evening next week on 5th or 6th?

Hello everyone, Hope you had a nice coffee morning last week. Think I must be suffering from baby brain already. I turned up a bit early went to get some money out and realised I hadn't bought my purse with me so I had no option but to go home!!! It is lovely to see how many of us are due in June. I found some basic swimming costumes in Mothercare in MOE if that is any help to anybody. It would be lovely to meet up again soon. Are we still meeting on 4 March??? I would also be happy to meet up one evening although not this week. Could do next week as well if anybody is free? I tried prenatal yoga at Exhale in JBR last week. I enjoyed the class but there wasn't any changing rooms which I found odd. Or am I just being fussy??? I am looking to do antenatal classes as well. Are there any that work in the same way as NCT does in the UK (a good way of meeting people) ? Sorry Freckles, I've not had a massage yet but if you do hear of any I wouldn't mind trying it out as well!! Hope to see some of you soon. Keep well

hi ladies, had my gtt test this week and the results came out normal, so glad... have put on 8 kgs so far and am 25 weeks now...its my 3rd baby hoping and trying to keep the weight under control but cant do much... how r u ladies doing out there?

Hello Everyone , I am new on this post :) . By the way there are antenatal classes in City Hospital . Do let me know if anyone of you are joining. Also for massage you can go to Balance spa in Oasis Mall they also have Yoga. <em>edited by Prat03 on 20/02/2013</em>

Hi Ladies, I am looking for post natal massage reliable person that would come to the hospital so I can recover faster. I had this when I delivered in Belgium and it was great, my tummy was fit within weeks. any tips?

Just a quick maternity swimwear update - there was nothing really in Jumeirah town centre centre so I ended up ordering from figleaves.co.uk, and a few maternity bras too for good measure. Whenever I have ordered before, it has taken about a week so it should give me plenty of time before the baby moon. I've been recommended the mama massage at senseAsia, might be worth a go? Hope you are all well and glowing. Mom2b, hope to see you in zen soon. :)

Hello ladies! I had my 20 week scan yesterday with Dr. Yuliya everything looks perfect (well, the head is really big but DR. says better bigger than smaller :-)) And...it looks like we'll have a girl but I keep telling myself that there are cases when Dr. are wrong so I convince myself that i am not sure ......easier to keep it from my hubby this way as he wants a surprise. Thank you Andreag...last time i checked with Zen they did not have the pilates class, i will sign up and guess will meet you there ;-) Cazbaby1 ...Unfortunately I can't make it on Feb 26th, huge work load next week :-( I understand why your sister is so happy with Dr.Yulia I actually like her too, very much but not too sure about the hospitals she delivers in...and insurance claims are killing me, would be so much more convenient to go with City hospital because of direct billing. I will see Dr.Elza on March 3rd and i guess i'll make my decision then. And...thanks for the work outfit shopping tips. A few more questions for everyone out here: - Any suggestions for antenatal classes? I only know of the one at coopers clinic 1 day course from 10 am to 5 pm AED 1,500 per couple.Would like to hear if anyone heard any feedback or knows of other options. - Is anyone thinking to preserve the stem cells/cord blood? Did anyone made their research in terms of pricing and lenght of storage options? Does anyone know a company that is physically storing the cells in France? Wishing all of you a lovely day .... every day..

Hi All, Wow I've been off radar since January and now learnt my lesson as it's taken me forever to catch-up but also very exciting to hear how our group (and tummies) have grown!! Waterbaby/Star 007 - LOL I get you on the 'pram watch' after lots of debate we have opted to go for the Upper Baby Vista - although you cant get it in Dubai/Abu Dhabi it seems so I'm hopefully seeing one later this week as traveling back to the UK for a long weekend. I'm also taking Pregnacare and had 20 x week scan (although baby was being shy so didn't get any DVD or really any clear images :-( but baby is starting to move now which is a wonderful if not slightly nerve wracking feeling as it's all starting to become very real - rather than just feeling I was getting very fat! We are still sticking to having 'a suprise 1st' but both feel it'll be a boy. However, literally everyone else who has had a guess has told us girl (no real reason as to how im carrying just peeps instinct) so will be amusing to see who is right in the end. Freckle - thanks for the baby list - I've not even started looking at these practical items yet - keep thinking I have ages to go but don't want to be out in June buying up these bits in a last minute panic! Freckle/Kookee - Did either of you have reservations of where to travel to whilst pregnant or do you need to take any further precautions in the Far East as I want a holiday in March but had been planning to play it safe with location in case I had to go to a hospital etc etc - yet feel I may have been over precautious and therefore have cut my options down... Feel I need a holiday too! Mom2b - My Sister had her little girl delivered by Dr Yuliya at City Hospital 2 x years ago and still raves about her... In fact shes planning a 2nd and has already said for her delivery she will deliver wherever Dr Yuliya's practices (though she loved City). I'm with Dr Britt at City and am really happy with her too :-) Freckle - Sorry I haven't even made it to any classes yet :-( work has been really busy since the new year but I've got to get to stop making excuses and get some exercise soon as like Mom2b I've put on 7kg and at my 20 x week scan they said my baby is a tiny bit smaller than average which means I can't even use the excuse of baby for the rate of my expanding bump!! I got quite a few clothes for Xmas from Destiny Maternity & Asos has been a lifeline for me but seriously there isn't a lot of options in Dubai is there?! Someone at work told me New Look had a good Maternity range so I checked this out on-line and ended up in 1 x week visiting all of the stores (each one telling me the other stocked the range) only to find 1 x store had any items (Deira City Centre) and it was limited to just 1 x rail - can laugh about it now thankfully but at the time was soo frustrated!!! Can anyone make an evening get together on Tuesday 26th Feb say at 7pm? As like a few of the ladies I also work & this is my 1st baby so would love to meet up with some women going through the same experience as me at the moment. Ok, got to go now but will set-up a reminder on my phone to check-in every few days... Incidently is anyone else having to set lots of reminders for themselves as I don't seem to be able to rely on my memory in the 2nd trimester. I made the mistake of telling my husband and believe he may be using this to his advantage especially when I was talking about us having no plans next weekend to which his response was 'Darling I told you I'm going to Golf next Friday followed by Brunch with the boys - you said you didn't mind?!"

i have stopped wearing formals to work, all i wear are leggings and loose tops. Can't help it, no one has said anything so far. Am going in for the GTT test this week, hope all is in control. hows everybody else doing out there?

Anyone knows where to find decent maternity clothing for working mums? I've looked at mamas papas, mother care, Jane rose, maternity destination....couldn't find decent pants/trousers to wear to work ;-( I have also struggled finding maternity clothes for work here, your best bet is to order online from Isabella Oliver (v expensive though) or next in the UK and get it shipped here. M&S uk also used to do good maternity trousers for work, but the UK department stores here dont seem to have any maternity clothes. I managed to get a decent pair of black trousers from destination maternity on sale a couple of weeks ago, and another pair of pin-striped trousers from the store across the way from DM in Dubai Mall, also on sale. basically i just alternate them : )

Hi Everyone, great to find a June 2013 "group". We are expecting our second child mid June. Seeing Dr britt at City Hospital. Still don't know what we are having as cant get a clear pic. How is everyone feeling? Regards

Mom2b, they do prenatal pilates in zen yoga in media city 3 times a week, including Saturday mornings. I went last week and can still feel it in my thighs, so it seems very effective. :) I really liked it, and it is very convenient for me as I live just around the corner too. As for maternity clothes, i tend to just wear dresses now that are a few sizes too large. Asos.com is supposed to be good for ordering though. Freckles, i didn't make it to town centre in the end, but I will pop in there after coffee on Monday instead so will let you know then if they have anything good. Or you could come. Congrats KateK and welcome! I'd be happy to meet up one evening too.

Hello ladies, i found this info and thought of sharing the link with everyone... There will be a baby bazaar market day on 23 rd http://www.babybazaar.org/ Freckle38 would be great to meet with Due in June gang for an evening bite or any Saturday even if it is not organized by EW. Anyone else is up for it? I already gained 7 kg!!!! Time to go work out ;-) anybody can suggest good prenatal Pilates classes? I live in knowledge village Zen yoga studio is very close but they only have yoga, I'd be interested in Pilates instead. Any suggestions? Anyone knows where to find decent maternity clothing for working mums? I've looked at mamas papas, mother care, Jane rose, maternity destination....couldn't find decent pants/trousers to wear to work ;-(

Thanks Freckle38, Yep am chugging the Gaviscon! It would be good to meet up with other expectant mummies. Can't make this Monday at Costa - hopefully next week or failing that an evening would be great

Hello! Congrats to you all. I'm now 24 weeks pregnant with our second baby - we've decided this time around to have a surprise. I think it may be a boy as am feeling different this time around, but watch this space....! My daughter is 2 and I had her at City with Dr Amir Nassiri. He was great so am sticking with him this time around. All seems to be going well except heartburn has just set it....any remedies much appreciated! I'm also working Mom2b so would be interested in meeting evenings although will try to pop along one Monday morning to Costa. Great list by the way Freckle38 - it's so easy here with so many baby products to go a little crazy and forget the basics!

Hello ladies, hope everyone is feeling great... I am due for 20 week scan on Sunday, hoping to find out that everything is fine and excited to find out who we're expecting. My hubby doesn't want to know though so I will be as Freckle 38 keeping it for myself. I haven't bought a single thing yet, thanks to Freckle 38 list! I was taking pregnaplus for the first 3 months but then switched to gystalys DHA as it provides essential fatty acids Omega 3 .... Since I do not eat much fish I thought I had to make sure I get omega from a supplement as it is important for baby's nervous system and brain development. Expensive but as per my Dr. It is a very good supplement. By the way does anyone see Dr. Yuliya at Coopers? I am currently with her, however I'd like to deliver in city hospital but she only delivers at garhoud and Medicare. After waiting since October I finally got an appointment with Dr.Elza at city hospital in March as I heard she is brilliant to deliver with. Any thoughts on Dr. Yuliya vs Dr. Elza? I'd love to join you ladies for a cup of tea...but I work full time and right now even more than usual because I'm hiring and training staff to ensure business goes as usual while I am away on maternity. Do you ever meet in the evenings/weekends?