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Latest post on 08 May 2011 - 07:23

Anyone else found out yet? Some of you may remember me from the Due October 2010 thread and notice that i have failed in the planning part of family planning.

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Latest post on 11 January 2012 - 15:20

Just an update...i had a beautiful baby boy on the 23rd December via emergency c section at city hospital. We both doing well now

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Latest post on 12 December 2011 - 15:52

@ alexia - when are you due? @larissa76 - have you given birth yet? I also feel like im going to explode and Im regretting my decision to work until the last...im so tired at work everyday and it seems like my brain is just not working anymore! Just have to get through the rest of this week and next week!

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Latest post on 12 December 2011 - 12:14

I also feel ready to explode..no action though!

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Latest post on 07 December 2011 - 21:40

Sunday is my day :-). Can´t wait, feel like I explode anytime..

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Latest post on 07 December 2011 - 10:08

Hello! How are all the December ladies doing? Im feeling really awkward right now and with my due date only being the 30th it feels so far away still! Counting down the days...

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Latest post on 30 November 2011 - 17:31

Oh looks like the ball is well and truly rolling for us lot due in Dec...and the long-awaited month is here tomorrow! Congrats EmilyG!

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Latest post on 30 November 2011 - 07:39

CongratsEnigma1979. Hope al is going well for you. As mentioned on another thread, I had my baby boy on Thurs 24th Nov by elcs at AW. Em xx

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Latest post on 29 November 2011 - 16:00

oh fantastic! You're a week in...hope you're not too shattered and still on the high of staring at him or her! Congrats! Back to waiting for the rest of us!

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Latest post on 29 November 2011 - 14:06

Hey yes actually I got my lil bundle of joy on November 23rd at city hospital with dr elsa and it was perfect :)

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Latest post on 29 November 2011 - 07:43

have any of you due December 2011 ladies received your special delivery yet? Good luck!

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Latest post on 16 October 2011 - 13:57

not sure if this is of any help to any of you ladies, but here goes ... http://www.emirates247.com/news/emirates/pregnant-staff-can-get-15-days-off-before-delivery-2011-09-21-1.419844

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Latest post on 16 October 2011 - 12:56

This thread has been a bit quiet lately! Things are crazy my side...still covering 2 jobs at work until the handover to the new guy is complete so thats taken a lot of my time. We have to move to a 2BR place, currently live in the Marina so we are looking for apartments which is an awful task given our current budget cos it seems the Marina is out of the question (or at least the nicer buildings) so been looking in other areas that we arent familiar with! Pregnancy is going well, although I cant sleep very well anymore due to my size and leg cramps :( I am in desperate need for a full body massage. Have you ladies started on baby shopping yet? I have no idea what clothes a new born would need so I havent bought anything! :\: Sorry for the long post, but it feels good to get all that out!

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Latest post on 13 October 2011 - 08:45

Hey where are all the December due females, hows it going for you all in the last stretch :)

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Latest post on 07 September 2011 - 18:21

I hope you manage to work something out, especially that you've been the company for 4 years. Good luck

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Latest post on 07 September 2011 - 16:02

WOW CK1 am reallyy jealous as i am willing to take unpaid leave only if they allow me ...maybe i shld resign and join ur company after delivery :) Another issue is the fact that some companys give 45 working days which comes up to 2 and half months whereas some give 45 calendar days which is only 1 and half month <em>edited by Enigma1979 on 07/09/2011</em>

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Latest post on 07 September 2011 - 16:00

Hey CC I have actually tried that but unfortunately company allows ONLY 15 CALENDAR days leave as unpaid leave and that too they may ask for justifications . The actual problem is that i dont want to spend my 9th month in office infact am trying to take off ASAP and thats why all these questions about leave 45 calendar days is less and on top of that if i even am allowed to take 15 calendar days unpaid leave , jointly it comes up to only 2 months pre and post delivery :( therefore the feeling of resigning creeped up. But that would honestly be such a pity to leave few days before maternity leave (after having served comapny for almost 4 yrs i would think i am entitled a good maternity leave atleast)

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Latest post on 07 September 2011 - 15:55

Hi, from what I understand law is 45 days and this is paid. You can take your annual leave before or after the 45 days. My company has been really awesome and I managed to negotiate 5 and a half months off but unfortunately this is all unpaid.

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Latest post on 07 September 2011 - 14:19

Enigma1979, You could ask them if they will give you unpaid leave instead of quitting? I am definately trying the unpaid leave option

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Latest post on 06 September 2011 - 16:25

Enigma1979, 45 days as guaranteed by labour law. Some companies are more generous, but it is very rare.

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Latest post on 06 September 2011 - 15:47

Bump Hi guess didnt get many replies from you guys on the maternity leave so thought would refresh, just wondering how many leaves you all are entitled to as my company is giving a meagre [b'>45 CALENDAR DAYS [/b'> ONLY which comes upto one and a half month only and unfortunately dont have many annuals left as well :( i really need to know ASAP cos making important decision of whether to quit now or after availing my maternity leave Please please tell me how many leaves all you december working ladies are entitled to.

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Latest post on 28 August 2011 - 16:51

Hi Ladies, My name is Chanell and this is my first post after reading the forum over the last couple of months and finding all the information very helpful (Thanks to all !!) My husband and I moved to Dubai last week from Australia and we are due to have our first baby (we have being told a little boy) sometime around December 30 2011. I would love to be involved in any activities / catch ups / baby related or otherwise too. I am not working over here, so am very flexible with timings and have a lot of free time! I have also asked to be a member of Dubai Winter Babies on Facebook. Looking forward to meeting you soon Chanell

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Latest post on 22 August 2011 - 13:13

Hi I work for government and I am entitled to 2 months mat leave. Plus I plan on taking approx 4 weeks extra (annual leave) as well on top. I haven't asked about unpaid leave yet - although I guess that depends on your employee. I am not sure how long before you give brith you can take mat leave, although the common occurance where I work is to take some sick leave before the birth (1-2 weeks) and then start your mat leave once you deliver. I am not sure how I am going to go working in December, as by then I am going to be massive!!! I guess we will see how we go!

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Latest post on 22 August 2011 - 12:34

Hey you all , just a quick question to the December 2011 ladies. How much leave according to UAE maternity leave policy are we entitled to and how many are you working moms targeting for I do know it is a standard 45 days in which you can add your annual leave (which in my case isnt many) but can i attached unpaid leaves to this as well and how soon before the EDD can i start my leave ......any answers would be much appreciated :)

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Latest post on 12 August 2011 - 08:04

Also anyone living in Arabian Ranches ? Amy X Hi Amy I live behind the Ranches

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Latest post on 28 July 2011 - 18:12

@BFC: sorry this is so late but thanks so much for the contact details and advice- it's a great help! I hope all the mommies-to-be are getting BF info and support, it's really so important!

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Latest post on 27 July 2011 - 15:51

DC_Diva - So funny you should mention that, I went into Tiffany too but didnt find anything nice :( Apparantly the Ramadaan sales are coming up and Baby Shop normally has a great one, so I think i'll leave all the shopping till then mrsrjbr, Fridays are perfect for me - i will check out the facebook group. would love to attend the next meet!

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Latest post on 20 July 2011 - 18:04

Hi Amy, We moved to Arabian Ranches a week or so ago, living in a short term rental in Al Reem 2 at the moment but have secured (fingers crossed!) a great villa in Alvorada 1 which we're due to move into in the next couple of weeks! Where are you? xx

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Also anyone living in Arabian Ranches ? Amy X

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Latest post on 20 July 2011 - 09:51

Thanks TruBlu! Makes me feel tons better. But since like yesterday, I have been ravenous! Eating huge amounts constantly. I want to control it though, so I am eating very lean foods, high in proteins. Everyone is saying that I am small for my date but I saw the doc and she says baby is growing just fine. She actually called him a "big boy"! :D Imagine my happiness! CapeChick: Thanks for bringing this up. I haven't bought a thing yet, partially because I want the first thing I buy to be oh so special. Like a Tiffany spoon or something (although I saw their spoons - ick). Would love to hear about what everyone else is buying.... Anyone having leg cramps?? I am feeling something similar to a Charlie Horse in my calf. Its Horrible!!Any remedy suggestions??

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Latest post on 18 July 2011 - 19:37

Anyone NOT hungry? I have been reading everywhere that I'm supposed to have this ravenous appetite but until today, I am still forcing myself to eat a good dinner bigger than my M/S sized portions. Just wondering...I know its not that much of a cause for concern but am I alone? This is my 3rd pregnancy and I was not particularly hungry throughout the first two. This time around I have twins onboard and I am slightly more hungry, but definitely not ravenous. Just listen to your body - rest assured your baby will be getting what it needs from you. It takes from you first, and then you get whats left over. My two boys are the picture of health.

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