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Latest post on 14 January 2015 - 16:19
How are you planning your trip from Dubai? Do you mind sharing your itenary? Will you spending time in Athens, or catching the immeditate available flight from Athens to Santorini?We are going in May and spending 6 nights in Santorini. You will find it much quicker to fly between islands if your budget allows. Look at the different prices for flight times though, as middle of the day flights can be 3 times the cost of morning or afternoon. The only other island we have visited in the past was Mykonos, which was lovely but completely different to Santorini. Look at santoriniDave.com for up to date info and ideas.
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Latest post on 12 November 2014 - 21:17
Hey all.. Been trying various ways to loose weight that I gained during pregnancy since the past 6 months; but to no luck..I can focus on following a diet but am unable to stick to doing exercises on my own and I think getting someone to train and guide me would be a great start. I stay in discovery gardens and have work until 6..Would any1 have recommendation for a good trainer?
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Latest post on 07 September 2014 - 21:49
Dear Ladies/Moms, I am a bit worried about my baby who just turned 9 months today. He was born at 32 weeks, so his corrected age would be 7.5 months. My baby doesn't do anything other than rolling over. And he hates tummy time and wont stay on his tummy for more than 10 mins without crying. I try to motivate him by putting a toy in front of him, sometimes a mirror, lie along with him on my tummy, make him lie on my tummy. Nothing seems to help him go beyond rolling. The toughest bit is people who meet me keep asking 'has your son started standing on his own' :(. I just feel lost and helpless and dont know what to do! I keep trying to tell myself that he will do it at his own pace but don't babies crawl and sit by 7 months? I was wondering if any of you know of any good pediatric docs who handles baby developments. <em>edited by sj070511 on 07/09/2014</em>
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Latest post on 31 July 2014 - 10:22
Hey there, Would any of you be able to recommend good round hair brushes I can pick up from dubai for styling hair and adding volume by blow drying? My hair type is wavy and averagely thick. Also any suggestions on good blow dryers and flat irons? Thanks
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Latest post on 13 March 2014 - 12:16
rinco tailors in bur Dubai (meena bazaar) do stitching in 24hrs and u can buy the material from them as well... Do they stitch casual dresses? Like if I show them a pattern or style will they replicate it exactly? Do you know how much they would charge roughly?
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Latest post on 13 March 2014 - 12:01
Hey all, Could any1 suggest where I could buy a simple white empire line dress? I need it for the next saturday and tried hunting down all the shops in mall of the emirates yesterday but had no luck. Any suggestions where I could get one or tailoered in less than a week's time?? I really need some help here.. Thanks :)
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Latest post on 08 March 2014 - 13:05
I bought one for a friend from Mamas & Papas in Harvey Nics, MOE. Thanks :)
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Latest post on 01 December 2013 - 10:08
Can anyone suggest a reasonable salon that can give u a natural and fresh look with makeup and hair styling? I am a getting ready for a family photoshoot and dont want be to looking dramatic..Just a simple and fresh look...
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Latest post on 25 November 2013 - 12:21
I will never take maternity photoshoot in jeans. I did mine in tight long Maxi dresses which accentuated my figure and covered my feet. If you have already purchased shorter frocks I think stockings should help you. thanks..did u do your shoot in dxb?
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Latest post on 25 November 2013 - 10:23
Wear the dress and do primarily photos from the bump up???? hmmm..ya i guess I could take that as an idea..
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Latest post on 25 November 2013 - 10:12
Hey Ladies...I am running 31 weeks of my pregnancy now and really suffering from swollen feet...I have been dreaming since months to do a maternity shoot and had even got my clothes and props ready for it that I have noticed I have been having swollen feet since the past 2 weeks :( My doc said there is nothing to worry and my health is fine..I have been trying lot of remedies to reduce this but it hasnt helped much..It just looks like am walking on top of two baloons :( Can any1 suggest what I could possibly do to cover this during my shoot? Any fashion ideas that I could do to cover my feet and legs when I am wearing my pretty frock? Will a stockings with front covered flats help? I dont know..Or mayb I will have to dismiss the idea of my dress and just wear regular pants or jeans :(
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Latest post on 24 November 2013 - 10:25
Helen Shippey does really lovely maternity and baby work. great..will chk her work out :)
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Latest post on 24 November 2013 - 09:26
Hey Ladies... Is any1 aware of the Glamcam photo studio in Dubai? - https://www.facebook.com/NewbornDubai#!/Glamcamstudio I am planning to get a maternity and newborn shoot with them...Does any1 have any recommendations or experiences to share that they have had with Glamcam? Or is there any other reasonable and commentable photographers you are aware of? Hope to hear soon :)
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Latest post on 24 November 2013 - 09:05
Hi, the ones in the photo processing shops (can't remember the exact names but yellow signs) like the one near Spinneys in Safa, or at Park and Shop they're dotted all over the place, usually have a good choice of wooden frames in different shapes and sizes, and not overly expensive either. Thanks Scribs
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Latest post on 21 November 2013 - 17:30
ikea have them... and they're comfy and cheap too! :) http://www.ikea.com/ae/en/catalog/products/20240693/ Thanks Horizon..that was very helpful..and very much within budget :)
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Latest post on 21 November 2013 - 16:17
You order on the baby site but use a shop and ship account to have them delivered to the UAE shop and ship is an account you open to be able to buy online items from UK/US etc Oh Alright...gotcha..thanks a ton :)
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Latest post on 21 November 2013 - 16:16
I am setting up my baby's nursery and are looking for some nice and funky picture frames to hang some cute quotes... Does anyone know where I can pick some nice ones.??.I didnt like the ones i saw in Ikea and homes r us...
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Latest post on 21 November 2013 - 15:21
Here is my two pence on baby sleeping bags: * They are outrageously priced here, esp in Just Kidding. You occasionally find them in Mcare or Babyshop * I find Grobag the best brand * I order from a website called Babycurls.co.uk - they do twin packs of Grobags for 35GBP which is about 200aed for 2 (bargain) and get them shop and shipped here * I buy 1 tog as I have some 2,5 tog ones and baby is far too hot in them - better to layer up with a vest n sleepsuit than put them in and for them to start overheating Thank you for your response. How long would it take to ship to Dubai? edited by sj070511 on 21/11/2013 approx 1 week. and did u mean 200 AED inclusive of the shipping charges? no that's extra but you will probs pay between 40-60dhs for that. I usually buy in bulk so it works out cheaper. Are you sure your the account you have in babycurls is of UAE address? They dont even seem to have an option to chose UAE under country :( ...Cant set u an account!
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Latest post on 21 November 2013 - 15:20
I got grobag set of 2 (1 tog and 2.5 tog) from Toys r Us in Times Square. I cant remember exactly but I think they were around 200 quids.. I maybe wrong. It might be worth checking out, especially during sale Are u aware if there is any sale coming up?
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Latest post on 21 November 2013 - 14:36
Here is my two pence on baby sleeping bags: * They are outrageously priced here, esp in Just Kidding. You occasionally find them in Mcare or Babyshop * I find Grobag the best brand * I order from a website called Babycurls.co.uk - they do twin packs of Grobags for 35GBP which is about 200aed for 2 (bargain) and get them shop and shipped here * I buy 1 tog as I have some 2,5 tog ones and baby is far too hot in them - better to layer up with a vest n sleepsuit than put them in and for them to start overheating Thank you for your response. How long would it take to ship to Dubai? edited by sj070511 on 21/11/2013 approx 1 week. and did u mean 200 AED inclusive of the shipping charges?
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Latest post on 21 November 2013 - 14:31
Here is my two pence on baby sleeping bags: * They are outrageously priced here, esp in Just Kidding. You occasionally find them in Mcare or Babyshop * I find Grobag the best brand * I order from a website called Babycurls.co.uk - they do twin packs of Grobags for 35GBP which is about 200aed for 2 (bargain) and get them shop and shipped here * I buy 1 tog as I have some 2,5 tog ones and baby is far too hot in them - better to layer up with a vest n sleepsuit than put them in and for them to start overheating Thank you for your response. How long would it take to ship to Dubai? <em>edited by sj070511 on 21/11/2013</em>
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Latest post on 13 August 2012 - 10:19
do any of you seem to face battery issues with the Phone..because I do with mine.. :(
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Latest post on 26 July 2012 - 08:26
Hairworks is great. My stylist is going on maternity leave in a few weeks. Janice - I think that's how she spells it. She is excellent and I have been really put at ease with her after some very expensive disasters at some recommended salons. She has booked me in with Marika while she is away. Yes I had heard a lot about Janice too..but she would be on leave the days am looking at..as of now I have booked an appointment with Nabiha..she seems to be having only positive reviews as well..fingers crossed..hope I will be happy and contended after the cut...
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Latest post on 25 July 2012 - 15:06
Thanks for replying..do you have any particular stylist you can reccomend? Do you know what are their rates for a haircut?
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Latest post on 25 July 2012 - 15:05
I have changed hairdressers here as many times as I've had hot dinners. I went to Inger once and was pleased enough with what she'd done that I made a second appointment with her. I don't know what happened the second time, maybe she was rushed because I arrived late (my own fault for always misjudging how long it takes to get to SZR from my house), but I decided she was too expensive for the result. I also didn't like being pressurized by the receptionist to make my next appointment whilst I was paying for that one. Pastels do my colour beautifully, I am still trying to find someone to give me the right cut! Thanks for replying..do you noe how Nabiha oe Yvonne are??
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Latest post on 25 July 2012 - 14:44
Heyy friends, I have been hunting really hard for a hairdresser and after viewing a lof of positive reviews on Hairworks, I had decided to book an appointment with their branch in Ibn Battuta. Unfortunately, Jennie is on leave and wont be back for about 2 months, Jewel has left the salon and doesn't work for them anymore. Yovene isn't in their Ibn Battuta branch. I have been reading only reviews on the above stylists and to my bad luck none of them are available. Hence I booked my appointment with Inger. Does any1 know how this stylist is? Has any1 got their hair done with her or knows her because you are regular customer of Hairworks? Is there any other stylist you would recommend? I am very anxious about having to have my hair messed up after paying hefty for a hair cut. I am off for a long awaited vaccation and really want to get an amazing hair makeover. I dont want be going off with a haircut I would regret for. Please do help me out. Hope to receive feedbacks and do provide your suggestions please :)
 
 
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