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AndreaA

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Latest post on 28 April 2011 - 10:56
I have and if i'm totally honest it's a lot harder than I expected, I am up at 6am to get the kids to school and i'm still ironing etc. at 9pm! We have very little social life now and that too is taking it's toll. M children are 2 and 4 and i'm exhausted most of the time and feel that I have lost the fun times as I spend so much time cleaning etc.
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Latest post on 28 April 2011 - 10:10
Jocky I would like to invite you to pop along to a Fairy godmother club meeting one day, you will meet lots and lots of mums some with and some without help but all finding it tough to manage the everyday without the support of their friends, family etc. they come along to the group for support, encouragement, companionship and more. There are a lot of Jumeriah Janes in Dubai but there are a lot of real people too.
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Latest post on 27 April 2011 - 19:55
So far i've done loads and loads of phone interviews and 1 face to face with another tomorrow afternoon. The phone ones have been hilarious I must admit some of them are seriously kidding themselves!
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Latest post on 27 April 2011 - 14:44
She just called me to discuss my ad re needing a maid, now the ad details what I am paying, holiday etc. So she called grumbles about her current family not paying enough and states thats they have mutually agreed she should find a new position if she wants more money (Now from what she is she's earning just under 2K. My ad states 1700 so why call me? She goes on to discuss her experience I tell her about m family and the salary at which point she says but you will also but my food!, I said now that s the salary, accommodation and holiday once a year so she moans and hangs up on me! I have to say i've spent the entire morning talking to ladies but tis one did make me chuckle! :-)
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Latest post on 26 April 2011 - 14:53
Go to an agency after 2 years and sponsering a maid ive had no luck in finding a good one...least with an agency u dont lose all your money if u have to get rid of her.... Thats very true but I cant justify in m mind paying an agency 2000 a month and the poor girl getting just 700 it really upsets me.
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Latest post on 26 April 2011 - 14:53
Does anyone have good interview questions?
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Latest post on 26 April 2011 - 11:41
I've been looking on and off for a while now and it seems so hard to find a good, honest, reliable English speaking housemaid! What am I doing wrong? Do you know anyone good who is looking?
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Latest post on 23 April 2011 - 08:57
Can I ask how old Mercy is and where she is from? I know that this is contriversal but we have a big villa which my previous maid found to be hard work.
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Latest post on 21 April 2011 - 22:50
Oh lord not sure I'd trust them to remove an ingrown toenail let alone go near DHs bits.
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Latest post on 21 April 2011 - 22:45
But will they do it here?
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Latest post on 19 April 2011 - 14:56
AA, you may have to wait a while but next time your LO gets a tummy bug, it was definitely all down to the finger up the nose ;) - that has totally worked with DS as he thinks that is what caused his recent virus and hasn't done it since! I'll definitely try that, I have sown the seeds of that but he seems to think i'm kidding. HAK I will try offering alternatives where possible and see if that helps...kids who'd have em!
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Latest post on 19 April 2011 - 14:43
Hon is Chandi still free?
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Latest post on 19 April 2011 - 14:31
AD i've been trying that for a couple of months now but to no avail, he told me this morning I was a rubbish mummy and told DH he was stupid and selfish so he's on a role and as for the nose i'm tempted to put mustard on his finger ;-)
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Latest post on 18 April 2011 - 11:41
Hi Ladies, There are lots of Doulas working here at the moment: Doulas of Dubai - doulasofdubai.com The doting Doulas - thedotingdoulas.com My French Doula - myfrenchdoula.com.sitew.com Dubai Doulas - dubaidoulas.com The list goes on.
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Latest post on 12 April 2011 - 20:22
Does anyone know of a good Indian cookery class?
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Latest post on 11 April 2011 - 20:39
Oh and it gets better! DD just screamed non stop for an hour for no apparent reason and when I come back down the message on my phone says the maid we have held out all this time for is now not available as her family aren't leaving! Boy oh boy what next?! Anyone have a padded sound proof room I could do with a wee scream session!
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Latest post on 11 April 2011 - 20:34
JS I think it's genetic they are all stupid! they must be - they marry us !!! Speak for yourself I'm great ;-)
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Latest post on 11 April 2011 - 20:00
JS I think it's genetic they are all stupid!
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Latest post on 11 April 2011 - 19:42
AR it's days like today I miss my best friends so much. I wish I could just tap my heels and head on home for some TLC or a good vino and cry x
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Latest post on 11 April 2011 - 18:31
Ad I had to laught recently, for my birthday all of my girl friends bought me manicure, pedis, massages etc to pamper myself DH got me an aquarium coz two small kids a rescue cat DH and no maid isn't enough to keep me busy ;-)
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Latest post on 11 April 2011 - 18:06
ok well fingers crossed for July then! But July is a long time to go without ever getting a break. I hope your DH is giving you some me time. Er no! As is the way eh x
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Latest post on 11 April 2011 - 17:56
Nothing DH wants to hold out till July for this Indian lady we know to be free I may have a melt down before that :-( but will he listen...no coz he likes her cooking!
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Latest post on 11 April 2011 - 17:39
Thanks ladies, I just needed a rant! DH just doesn't get it at all
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Latest post on 11 April 2011 - 16:21
To all you lovely ladies with bumps wear them with pride lots of pregnant women absolutely glow so show em off. X
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Latest post on 11 April 2011 - 06:58
I'm hear you, I'd love more rain :-)
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Latest post on 10 April 2011 - 19:31
Thanks so much ladies but DH has decided it's a step 2 table he wants (they're out of stock for months to come!)
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Latest post on 10 April 2011 - 10:51
DF I m definitely interested and you tell me where you are an how much you want for it pls
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Latest post on 05 April 2011 - 10:46
It's really tough I know, do you have any friends who can take her out for a play date or something?
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Latest post on 02 April 2011 - 16:47
Hi, have you thought about contacting the vets say Al Safa maybe they can help?
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Latest post on 02 April 2011 - 16:41
Hi Marina86 I have an adorable grey tabby 6 months old, she was a stray but we took her in. She has had a shocking start to life having been tortured and dumped in the swimming pool. She's been operated on Nd is doing really well. She has also had her first vaccinations. The only problem is I don't have help Nd have two small kids so it's a little to much really. I should add i adore her but DH doesnt hence considering your offer. Please let me know if you are interested. X <em>edited by AndreaA on 02/04/2011</em>
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Latest post on 01 April 2011 - 08:09
I have to say one thing I will be eternally judgmental about is the use of car seats or lack in so many cases. In my opinion it's just plain stupid and selfish to neglect our children.
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Latest post on 01 April 2011 - 07:51
Hi, Are you seeing anyone to get help with your latching issues? If not I'm sure there will be a breastfeeding counsellor in your area if you want to let me know where you are I'd be happy to pass on details. The advice given so far is great, the latch issue may be because the breast is very full so baby can't quite take enough in but we'd need to assess it visually to really help. Take care Andy
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Latest post on 01 April 2011 - 07:33
Hi, I have emailed both addresses this morning. I hope to hear from you soon.
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Latest post on 31 March 2011 - 18:07
vertical it failed are you sure that you've written it right?
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Latest post on 31 March 2011 - 17:55
You've got mail.
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Latest post on 28 March 2011 - 20:59
Sprout please feel free if I can help I'd be happy to. Andy
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Latest post on 28 March 2011 - 19:21
Ours have been always and if you need course info I can send you details of a great trainer
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Latest post on 28 March 2011 - 19:15
You've got mail, that's for your support and generosity
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Latest post on 28 March 2011 - 18:13
What a lovely offer, if noone comes forward I run the fairy god mother club and have lots of families staying here this summer I would be happy to take them to our meetings to share them out if you are happy with that. X
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Latest post on 24 March 2011 - 14:20
I think it's the sunshine that makes me tired! I was in bed at 9pm last night (and that's because I was dozing off on the sofa) and slept unitl 6.30 (and not even the call to prayer woke me)...bliss! I think we sometimes feel under pressure to keep grown up hours, when in fact children's bed times can be better! PS to OP....get someone in for a few hours a week, even just half a day, and have some me time :) Suze that sounds awesome but doesn't Dh get crabby that you are going to bed early and don't have time for him?
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Latest post on 24 March 2011 - 14:19
said by a man, of course :D If DH suffered from disturbed sleep I might sleep better as his snoring is definitely part of the problem! :-)
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Latest post on 23 March 2011 - 23:27
Why don't you get someone in weekly to do the cleaning, ironing and gardening AA? Still not totally comfortable after having to sack the last one for stealing. I also feel that I should be able to do it as if I were home I wouldn't have a maid. Silly I know
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Latest post on 23 March 2011 - 23:18
Sw?
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Latest post on 23 March 2011 - 19:50
Hi, I'm staying most of it with a 4yr old boy and 2 year old girl and we will need all the play dates we can get :-)
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Latest post on 23 March 2011 - 18:29
Sorry I can unhappily confirm there are no birthing pools at City Hospital, I went in and met with them the other day to discuss if we could consider introducing such facilities etc. but unfortunately their birthing rooms are way too small and the insurance limitations are too great. Dear OP i'm a Doula here and would be happy to discuss what hospitals have what facilities if you wish to email me. Andrea @thedotingdoulas.com (Edited to add) My reason for not posting this information is that not all hospitals are open about their facilities as they don't want you to use them I have been told by Midwives what is available but have been asked to keep it quiet. Although I don't agree with this I don't want to get these ladies into trouble as they are friends and colleagues. I hope you understand <em>edited by AndreaA on 23/03/2011</em>
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Latest post on 22 March 2011 - 20:11
AD if I don't get a maid soon I may implode! I was ironing DS's gym kick at 6.30am as i'd forgotten to wash it yesterday so it was washed and dried over night! I then had the Fairy group this morning and back here for a little terrorizing before dinner and bed. Oh and did I mention DH complained i'm always tired...:\: We'll see how he copes it no undies!
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Latest post on 22 March 2011 - 19:56
Ahhh envious... My dh is off at soccer and the little one is terrorizing my living room.. My two are only asleep because they spent the day terrorizing me and exhausted themselves ;-)
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Latest post on 22 March 2011 - 19:39
Mums who manage to get out of the house in the mornings looking glamerous instead of haggard!
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Latest post on 17 March 2011 - 10:07
I need to buy a lovely friend of mine a gift and I need ideas pls help
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Latest post on 16 March 2011 - 19:22
Good Mexican food of any kind, really hard to find outside of Mexico but fabulous if done well (I am a lover of messy food)
 
 
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