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Latest post on 10 July 2013 - 10:07
Ramadan Kareem :) i love the spirit of this festival.
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Latest post on 08 July 2013 - 15:11
Burjuman Deira City Centre Mall of the Emirates Dubai Mall all link without having to go outside. Burjuman is a bit of a mess though with all the renovations going on-and the entry immediately by the metro is closed for now even half of the mall is closed down. :(
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Latest post on 03 July 2013 - 09:37
I have been to Sri lanka 3 times but that was before baby. the last trip was adventurous full of hiking,rafting, walking,etc. with young children you will find it difficult as there are lots of insects like leeches. (the sinharaja rainforest is full of them) you can go to kandy which is a hill station and beautiful or to nuwara eliya which has tea estates and few kms down a beautiful farm. also there is south of sri lanka with beaches (personally i find the beaches very rough there and the tides are also strong as its the Indian ocean but its relaxing if somewhere in a nice resort).sigriya is also not good for toddlers as there is rock climbing and nothing else to do there with very less accomodation options. just google it and you will find tea estates, hill stations,beaches suitable for young children. also prepare yourself for car journey. every time we were there we hired a car with a driver and the travel there takes a lot of time. sometimes the journey seems endless!!
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Latest post on 01 July 2013 - 00:07
you pregnant again stovetop? are congratulations in order :) ? i think the spa you are mentioning is sister's (something) in jumeirah village mall. also balance spa in oasis centre do that. i asked during my pregnancy last year but because of commuting i dropped the idea.
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Latest post on 01 July 2013 - 00:04
i always prefer long sleeves night suit even when ds had fever. although i made him slept in 0.5 tog grobag. you check his tummy by keeping your finger there. if it feels fine then ok, otherwise check for hot or cold and layer accordingly. no need to put on too much clothes. hope your baby feels fine soon.
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Latest post on 30 June 2013 - 23:58
jeans from salsa too goes a long way but they are for skinny people so might be good for you....Gap jeans are very comfortable and i like them very much. Jeans district in dubai mall is fine. i got one boyfriend jeans from there and its good. just remembered i have seen one shop in sunset mall on jumeirah road who makes personalized jeans. you have to select your own style and colour etc and they make according to your shape. has anybody given it a try? i don't remember the shop's name. <em>edited by angel joy on 01/07/2013</em>
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Latest post on 30 June 2013 - 12:22
does your baby loves pool? my dh and ds both enjoy the time they spend in pool and i get to relax :) that's their bonding time. we do took him to play areas when he was 7 month old byt he didnt enjoyed, at present (14 month old) he loves running around fun city and we love watching him :)
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Latest post on 28 June 2013 - 16:52
see the reviews in timeoutdubai.com. you can choose your area and cuisine preference too and the alcohol option is also listed there. HTH
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Latest post on 28 June 2013 - 00:53
somebody mentioned once about swimming lessons in Ramada hotel too but i am not sure if they are still there or what's the price? fitness first teaches but they are a bit expensive. check out desertsportsacademy. if you can manage till al nasr sports club they have group classes. <em>edited by angel joy on 28/06/2013</em>
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Latest post on 28 June 2013 - 00:47
i too have curly hairs...they are good at home but goes all frizzy and limp in the weather outside. and they require shampoo in just 2 days. i am also researching some products to keep them as it is. one of my friend uses loreal hair spray and has found it good. i still have to give it a try.
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Latest post on 27 June 2013 - 11:04
i saw them in diaso too in lamcy plaza but probably they would be in dubai mall branch too.
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Latest post on 26 June 2013 - 16:27
Thank you for such detailed insight. I mostly do what I feel is right but sometimes books take a better hold on me. You are right lolacat and livelytrish maybe he is catching onto my anxiety. I"ll try to rethink my options. But we do not have a violent environment or hit him, nor I have seen other kids hitting each other down In the play area. But he might have observed some place that.'s why he does it. He needs to be taught discipline but for now 1-2 minutes timeouts would be fine.he doesn't listen if I say something just carryon screaming. Reading back to my second post I cringe. That didn't came out the way I wanted to express. I think I have forgotten the art of articulation! sleep deprived mind and late hour maybe to blame. But thank you for all the suggestions and advice. I have to consume his energy more so that he doesn't get violent.
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Latest post on 26 June 2013 - 12:16
has anyone given a thought to tooth cell storage? i am thinking of doing that for my baby.
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Latest post on 26 June 2013 - 12:09
i made him say sorry (just [b'>holding his ears[/b'>) and give them a kiss which he happily gave :) tell him firmly "ouchie,you hurt me.mama is sad and angry. [b'>i will not talk to you for 5 min[/b'>" I am sorry, but your baby is 14 months old. Good god, how mean are you? and selfish too. Why is this all about you? You want him to feel empathy at 14 months? I too, am curious to know about his diet. I am sure that you must be giving him something. Did you potty train him yet? Don't waste time, perhaps you can pin him to it. no need to come so strong crashingwaves....when you want to sleep train your baby right from 6 months there is no hidden selfish motives there right? some people follow baby led weaning right from the start that's not selfishness right? even if baby is not able to eat because of the teething.you want your baby to start becoming independent and understanding in many aspects but not in terms of discipline. i show him how to say sorry by holding my ears not his (just wrote that in a hurry) where he has got the concept that i have done something bad. is that you being selfish or mean for your own sake or for your child's sake who should start learning other things. come and meet my baby, he is not just normal 14 month old. he is very observant and grasps his surrounding real quickly and is hyperactive. as for the diet no sugar or salt are in his diet yet...well you are very sure i am giving him something?? is it bad to seek advice of others who have kids that this is a phase which will pass away? we are a first time parents and he is the first in our friend circle too so i come here for advice. just think your words before saying to any mom that she is selfish and mean...its nothing about me, or for him to become emphatic. please do not be such judgemental..your words" pin him to it" sounds so bad don't they?? this isn't about potty training.. i don't know why people vent "their" frustrations on others!! <em>edited by angel joy on 26/06/2013</em>
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Latest post on 25 June 2013 - 23:12
thank you for your wonderful advice ladies. he has showed less tantrums today but he pulled hair of 2 little girls down in the playarea (which is a first) i made him say sorry (just holding his ears) and give them a kiss which he happily gave :) then we came back and i talked to him.how much he listened or understands...that only he knows. @the dangerous blond: mine is a hyperactive toddler.he doesn't like to sit and play since he was 8 months old when he mastered crawling he has been walking or rather running since 10 months old. he runs like a bullet whole day in the house. in the evening to the play area,where he wants to climb stairs atleast 10-12 times. on alternate days we goto club where he plays in the pool and playarea both. taking him out of the pool always leads to tantrum. even after 1 hr of play he doesn't want to come out. i think that's enough activity for a 14 month old...but there is a very thin line between overstimulation and being less stimulated. at the moment (since yesterday) i go in the kitchen and tell him firmly "ouchie,you hurt me.mama is sad and angry. i will not talk to you for 5 min" he stands and cry or babble whole time clutching my leg.then i made him say sorry and kissie.after that he is fine for some time then hits again but we afre following same pattern. keeping in the cot didn't worked as he screamed at the top of his lungs and has stopped sleeping in the cot :( now after much playing hide and seek ine cot and cajooling he has started sleeping again but only till 2 am. after that he wants to sleep either between us or on me on the recliner. i think i'll start meditation to be more patient :)
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Latest post on 25 June 2013 - 12:33
well i did started on giving him time outs for 2-3 minutes. but in the corner he keeps on banging his head in the wall even when i sit with him, confiscating his toys doesn't hold much appeal, he becomes interested in other things... thanks appletiser i'll check out this.
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Latest post on 23 June 2013 - 15:07
Lol @ GirlAnachronism! One of my biggest gripes about Zara is the extremely condescending attitude of the staff. I've lost count of the number of times I've bought something there and the whole transaction has been done without ONE WORD spoken to me by the sales assistant. One time I actually said 'Do you realise that you haven't said one word to me?' and he gave me a look of such contempt, as if I was dirt on his shoe. In the immortal words of Edina from Absolutely Fabulous 'Drop the attitude sweetie, you're only a shop assistant'. (With apologies to all the lovely & helpful sales ladies out there) so true...few days back when the sale wasn't even there i asked the staff at DCC " do you ave any idea when the discounts are starting?" she replied no we are not planning on one! and later on she swiped my card and gave me such a look and saying, this is not working. my card was perfectly fine when i called customer care it was the issue with their machine and the connectivity which later on worked fine with other machine. hello!! i don't bother much but that day baby was cranky so i replied back to her. so rude!
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Latest post on 23 June 2013 - 11:50
thank you..
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Latest post on 23 June 2013 - 10:26
i use "moustidose" for travelling. it does not have DEET and is very good. i bought that from aster pharmacy.also you can rub little citronella oil on the clothes. you can find the good one in organics cafe. we also use citronella oil when out for travelling...its very good.
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Latest post on 05 June 2013 - 11:47
the thing is im so confused with so many drs already that i dont think ill add a lil more confusion by adding another dr to the list..lol...do u have any idea about dr amala?is she pro natural birth or not? no i do not have any idea about Dr Amala. although i have read some reviews here about Dr Purnima debb which were fine. check out the old threads here.
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Latest post on 31 May 2013 - 09:40
I went to buy beans for bean bags and they were not opened :). That means most of the shops are opened after 4pm
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Latest post on 31 May 2013 - 00:28
I haven't given bottle to my son who is now 13 months old.he was a great sleeper till 6 months then suddenly started waking up at night.sometimes 3-4 imes sometimes 6-7 imes. I followed attachment parenting and used to listen to his demands all the time. But from past few days I think it has started backfiring on me. He screams (what a throat) cries,hits, and can carryon for 45 minutes if not given milk.i tried patting,rocking,swaying....nothing soothes him except for what he wants.he has become irritated too....seems frustrated whole time and our ears are getting numb from consistent crying. He is so headstrong and stubborn. I am just hoping one day he'll start sleeping through the night. I have. Necked with docotr twice..no medical conditions apart from teething.he changes his routine as to suit him. He is going to sleep at 10:30 now as compared to 8:30 before. Yesterday I took him for his night routine at 7:30 and he didn't went to sleep till 11! I dozed off before him.:)
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Latest post on 31 May 2013 - 00:06
On fri and sat in satwa shops do not open before 5 pm. <em>edited by angel joy on 31/05/2013</em>
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Latest post on 31 May 2013 - 00:03
Carrefour dcc, right at the back near carpets.saw 2weeks back.
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Latest post on 29 May 2013 - 23:41
I can say only about the imh.my gynae was dr Andrea and she used to operate there and city both.i opted for imh as it was very close to my home just 500 mts away.secondly I found city to be too crowded at that time.the staff was very busy probably I reached there a a wrong time but found all the staff to be so busy that they couldn't satisfy my queries.but I have always read good views about city here. I felt very much relaxed at imh.their labour room is a bit small but the after care was amazing and all the nursing staff was good.
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Latest post on 29 May 2013 - 23:32
Montblanc in 500 dhs? I would be interested too :) You have many options....silk pocket square,ties,cuff links,spa (which they always say is useless but delighted to have one ;)) nice lunch or dinner if he plays any game anything related to that or a nice set of drink glasses.
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Latest post on 26 May 2013 - 23:31
The swelling has gone of its own accord although I did applied ice pack once. The bluish tinge will also go in few days....was just wondering why the heck it's blue actually! After becoming mother my brain is so slow...forgotten all about vessels. :)
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Latest post on 25 May 2013 - 13:17
Thanks Cleo . I am going through a similar phase with my 13 month old right now. You just saved me a tripmo his paediatrician. I do not force feed and he still is on Bf so I offer that if he is not eating at all. He loves scrambled eggs and that's the only thing he will eat full and pumpkin too. But it's very irritating sometimes cooking different meals only to eat 4-5 times :)
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Latest post on 25 May 2013 - 13:01
The skin was not broken just deep bite marks. I'll try the heating pad.
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Latest post on 23 May 2013 - 12:34
Salmon timbales are my husband's and my son's favorite. I avoid eggs as much as possible(after pregnancy not been able to eat them) Kezzler I love this website and I am gonna try this tomorrow. Something different :) <em>edited by angel joy on 23/05/2013</em>
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Latest post on 22 May 2013 - 23:16
bumping again
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Latest post on 22 May 2013 - 11:29
that's the problem. so far havn't found indoor pool.
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Latest post on 20 May 2013 - 13:53
i don't like facials but i love the massage :) got 3 times before marriage then 1 after (last year at thailand) now even if i want i don't have time with the baby. apart from my nose looking radiant for a day ( as i have excessive deep blackheads) i don't feel any difference. have no problems with the skin (30 year old) apart from hyperpigmentation after pregnancy . go for a massage if you want ot splurge.
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Latest post on 18 May 2013 - 13:02
your head piece is beautiful and would go well with a embroidered skirt or a lehenga. Indian weddings is full with bright colours and makeup and heavy jewellery. makeup does not need to be heavy if you have a heavy dress or jewellery.
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Latest post on 18 May 2013 - 12:56
last year i took dh to Magnolia in Madinat jumeirah onloverlooking burj al arab. the food there was divine and the service was very good.its a vegetarian restaurant but with some amazing dishes. bill was about 600 i think. and the boat ride in any of the restaurants in there is an added bonus :)
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Latest post on 18 May 2013 - 12:50
wow!! got motivation.finally i'll start this.have been thinking since start of this year. then gave an excuse let ds turn 1 then i'll start. now since he turned 1, 1 month ago i should start thinking about loosing weight :) no more excuses.
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Latest post on 18 May 2013 - 12:43
i have this problem with the etisalat too. after several complaints they come and check and say everything is fine. maybe your laptop is not working properly! ok then what about ipad? and tv? every 2-3 days i have to log in again into tv account as the "network not found" appears. i'll change the router and see if it helps. <em>edited by angel joy on 18/05/2013</em>
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Latest post on 17 May 2013 - 18:27
i need to change one wall in living room and bedroom. 4 years and same decor, i am very bored! which will be cheaper as we don't have much budget right now.i know it depends on the wallpaper but a rough estimate? i would have gone to danube and taken an estimate as to which will be cheaper. but since heat has started and my baby is cranky these days going out is difficult. and i have corrupted my dh by doing everything on my own :(
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Latest post on 16 May 2013 - 16:32
As the OP suggested even in the nursery fair few nurseries wouldn't tell the fees and wanted us to come and have a tour. the teachers there were very charming and we came home with loads of brochures for different nurseries. personally i feel that recommendation of other parents, budget, area all these matter the most. seeing on the website is no help at all.
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Latest post on 16 May 2013 - 16:26
couldn't you change your stay for hotel apartment? i have taken 1 trip with ds and prefer hotel apartments now. i have been to thailand ( when baby was not there) and food is really limited there.i mean, i am vegetarian and it was difficult to get food for me,(in bangkok, koh samui,pattaya and phuket were good) on the other hand my husband loved it very much. street food is in abundance there. i am thinking hard but for the toddler it will be difficult for you. as for the meat i would be careful in handling too as there would be climate change,hygiene all those factors. (its going to be rainy and hot at some places) where are you going exactly? sorry i am not of much help.
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Latest post on 12 May 2013 - 09:19
thank you Zanine. that's really helpful.
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Latest post on 11 May 2013 - 22:16
did you went to the nursery fair today? i had a good eye opener there. really the prices are like crazy!
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Latest post on 11 May 2013 - 22:12
just follow your baby's cues. mine is 1 year old too and i follow his cue. i feed him half and then keep half on his chair so that he can eat on his own. if he refuses after 7-8 spoon i stop and give him a break and try again after some time. if second time also he refuses then meal time is over. i have never measured exactly but i know how much he takes in 1 meal. then there are days,like today, where he had very little quantities of food. do you give 5 times with 3 meals and 2 snacks?
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Latest post on 11 May 2013 - 22:07
thanks everybody. Flydiver i am really dreading teaching him spitting as my baby is a very keen observant and very naughty. so i am sure spitting everywhere would be there for a while :) then comes potty training! ah the joys! Scribs i read the same article and was looking to start the same but after coming across alot of articles and reports today, flouride free toothpaste is recommended for babies under 2 as their digestive system is still sensitive. from 2 onwards same toothpaste which family is using is fine but only a smear not a big glob as per the advertisements!
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Latest post on 11 May 2013 - 22:00
bugaboo's model faces both sides with 3 position seat recline. i have a bee and face the seat according to my ds's preference. also there is mothercare spin stroller where you can just reverse the handle bar rather then whole seat but i don't know it the seat is upright. i liked that stroller too.
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Latest post on 11 May 2013 - 13:42
so my 1 year old has finally gotten 2 teeths and i want to use a toothpaste now.(so far we have been using only toothbrush which he loves alot :) ) i have searched in Lulu,c4 but have not found any flouride free toothpaste for babies. can anyone suggest one? i'll check pharmacies too today. after that my biggest concern is how to make him do it? i have to teach him to spit!
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Latest post on 11 May 2013 - 12:11
saw in waitrose last week.
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Latest post on 10 May 2013 - 23:04
we did enquire there and they have increased the rent. i think it was 90k if i remember. still can you give me the no dizzyduck so that i can check with hubby if they are same?
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Latest post on 09 May 2013 - 17:11
morning: i wash my face with cold water first thing after getting up and drink atleast 3-4 glasses of water. after shower i just put olay serum.sometimes i just rub a ice cube on skin which gives shine. night: wash face with water then i take a vow every night to start care from tomorrow.( LO leaves me so tired to take care of skin) sadly tomorow never comes :(
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Latest post on 08 May 2013 - 23:27
i goto fountains alot. after following sourskittleashnut's advice...walk to kinokuniya, take their lift it goes directly to LG.it will open at burj khalifa's ticket counter, take right towards vapiano and you are right outside the fountains. shortest route. HTH <em>edited by angel joy on 08/05/2013</em>
 
 
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