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Latest post on 02 May 2012 - 15:56
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Latest post on 02 May 2012 - 15:54
There is a thread about the cheapest hospital for a circumcision in Dubai. Let me find it and bump it up for you.
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Latest post on 02 May 2012 - 15:50
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Latest post on 01 May 2012 - 20:22
I think you did the right thing. As the previous poster said, the maid was just taking cues from her employer. How stupid of the maid, though, to try to pretend nothing ever happened!
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Latest post on 01 May 2012 - 17:18
I didn't even know living in the Emirates Hills was supposed to be chic. :)
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Latest post on 01 May 2012 - 17:17
If anybody knows the secret, please pass it on. I never did lose the weight. The baby is 20 years old now. Time to give up hope, I guess... lol....I never lost the weight and then I got pregnant again. :(
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Latest post on 01 May 2012 - 16:15
Do you only want to go to those specific places? If I were you, I'd go to Austria, Germany, and Switzerland. You can go to the beach around Munich but it is a lake rather than an ocean. <em>edited by AnonDubai on 01/05/2012</em>
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Latest post on 30 April 2012 - 16:27
My dh has lost a lot of weight and we want to donate his old suits, still in good condition, but where is the most appropriate place? Any recommendations please You could put them in one of those donation drop boxes. They are all over the place in Dubai nowadays.
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Latest post on 30 April 2012 - 16:26
There is a poster on here named Twilight. I think she should be able to help you with this.
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Latest post on 30 April 2012 - 16:17
Hi Sweet Lily...did you have your planned VBAC /Water birth in Dubai? Hi Anon - Basically we called the ambulance who arrived just after she was born (7 am) and they cut the cord. We had wanted my husband to cut the cord, but as he was the first person to hold her we didn't mind about this. I also got to do the delayed cord clamping that I also wanted to do and the Dr wasn't so keen to wait around for that in the hospital. The ambulance took us to the hospital and the Dr was just starting her shift as it was 8am...she laughed and said it was "all the yoga'...I didn't need any stitches but just a cut from a scratch was stitched up...then yes, we had to stay in 24 hours otherwise you have to sign an early release form. We wanted to leave that night as we were in the tiniest corner of a ward, as apparently the rooms were full (or saved for the mamas who actually gave birth there)...and so we were quite uncomfortable, but in the end we stayed as we were too tired to go home. We left literally 28 hours after we arrived. Andy stayed with us until we were ready for her to go...she was like our little security blanket :-) That is good to know. Thank you for the info.
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Latest post on 30 April 2012 - 16:12
Hi ladies, New to Dubai and 29 weeks pregnant I am joining the group. Really like this forum with everyone sharing their experience? Does this group meet up somewhere parks or coffee shop for a tchat? Hope you all ladies feeling well. Take care No, we just interact online. We do not meet up in person. <em>edited by AnonDubai on 30/04/2012</em>
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Latest post on 30 April 2012 - 09:36
We moved to Dubai in 2001 and went back home in 2009 we recently moved back again and I’m regretting the decision. You can’t choose the right school for your child you have to accept the first one that offers you a place, the maid culture and attitude of some expats drive me crazy, being on holiday here is lovely whereas living here is frustrating, the weather is draining, the packages are not as good as it was a few years ago etc. In my opinion most people come to Dubai to work to afford a better life elsewhere, we intend to go home soon because we want the children to live in a normal environment. I am just curious as to why you came back after leaving in 2009.
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Latest post on 30 April 2012 - 09:23
As other posters have stated, we receive an SMS after each purchase. We get an immediate phone call after any purchase abroad. IMO, the credit card security is top notch.
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Latest post on 29 April 2012 - 20:37
Hi DebDanvers! If you give birth at home accidentally, do you still need to stay in the hospital afterwards?
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Latest post on 29 April 2012 - 20:35
Morning all, I was just thinking about this thread & how I hadn't seen it for ages and low and behold someone has posted on it! :) I'm also 32 weeks now & getting huge! Not everywhere, just bump! Had my 32 week appointment & scan yesterday and at the moment baby is weighing nearly 5lb!!!!!!!!!!! Of course they aren't completely accurate but with the size of my bump I'd well believe it!! We hadn't bought anything at all for the baby (due to a VERY superstitious dad & moving house @ 29 weeks) so for the last 2 weekends I've had such fun....bought loads! Bar a few more clothes (in the 3-6month range!!! Joking!) and nappies,wipes etc I think we're pretty much sorted. Can't wait for my buggy to arrive so I can start playing. :) Anyone bought a bog standard changing bag? If so what one? Another website I'm on,, the ladies all seem to be buying really expensive designer ones. Now if they nearly changed the baby for you I'd consider it but at the end of the day I can't see the difference?! Am I missing something? Well I hope everyone is keeping well, anyone else think the heat has cranked up a bit in the last couple of days too???? :cool: Hi! I like to bump up this thread every so often. Otherwise I think it'd be a dead thread! lol I don't know what a bog standard changing bag is. However, I do have a changing bag but it is one that I bought when I had my second child. It is very practical but not a chic one or anything. I bought it at Babies r Us in the USA a few years back. I found that the selection was better there. I feel really hot nowadays too. I almost don't feel like wearing pyjamas when I sleep at night! I just crank up the a/c but I think the other members of my household are starting to feel cold because of my selfish ways...
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Latest post on 29 April 2012 - 09:24
WA as in Washington?
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Latest post on 29 April 2012 - 09:15
How's everyone else doing? I am 32 weeks now with no news to report... :)
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Latest post on 29 April 2012 - 08:47
That's good to know. I will need Botox soon.
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Latest post on 28 April 2012 - 10:06
so are PO open on a sat? Yes, they are. It is funny because we received the maid's ID card in the mail.
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Latest post on 28 April 2012 - 09:41
But it's totally worth a trip, SM. You can stop at the Abu Hail Center along the way and order an abaya.:)
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Latest post on 26 April 2012 - 20:24
Thanks for the tips. I really love to get such informative feedback.
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Latest post on 26 April 2012 - 20:22
Thanks for all the responses. I don't cook myself but my maid does. My DH and kids eat Emirati food most nights which includes stews and biryanis. I told my maid I would no longer buy those Maggi chicken cubes but she thinks I'm just being difficult so I am trying to find her a solution. I wish I knew how to make it myself. Then I could show my maid how to do it. Unfortunately, I have the knowledge of a preschooler when it comes to cooking. :( <em>edited by AnonDubai on 26/04/2012</em>
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Latest post on 26 April 2012 - 16:57
This seems funny. While it is indeed, it is also really true!!!
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Latest post on 26 April 2012 - 08:37
Definitely check orbitz.com. They have recently been selling tickets to the East Coast from Dubai with a stopover in London at less than $1000!
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Latest post on 24 April 2012 - 12:26
I would say the opposite, a small baby needs 1 on 1 with a consistent caregiver who they can form an attachment to. They also don't really have the immune system to be put into the nursery environment so young. Sponsoring might be a hassle but with an agency you might not get the same person all the time and you could have issues of reliability. I'm assuming you plan to stay back at work over the next few years so this person will effectively have a major role in raising your kids long term, sponsoring is the logical step and frankly if it was me I'd be looking at starting the process now so that you have time to find the right person. It has been proven, that one on one either with a care giver or family member is better for children. I would hire someone full time if I was in the same situation. I 100% agree with that statement. However, I don't know if it can apply in this country where safety standards are different and where people can easily be banned and deported. At least I think you can expect nursery workers to have good knowledge of current safety standards. Also, I think it helps if other people are around watching in case anything goes wrong... I am just about to have a baby, and if I had to go back to work after having him, I'd choose to put him in a nursery rather than leaving him day in and day out with a housemaid/nanny. That is only my opinion. If you really, really, trust your nanny, then I guess it is ok. <em>edited by AnonDubai on 24/04/2012</em>
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Latest post on 24 April 2012 - 12:20
Is it a full price ticket? Or did you get her a half cost one where she can attend but must wear headphones so as to not listen to the tunes? **Having Bridget Jones Edge of Reason flashes in my head** No it is entry to the food outlets only. lol
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Latest post on 24 April 2012 - 11:27
Thanks for the tips. Unfortunately, I don't have a pressure cooker.
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Latest post on 24 April 2012 - 10:59
When I went to Wild Wadi, there were so many maids there only taking care of the babies and not swimming. It is kind of annoying to have to pay the full price for that. It is too bad that they don't have different rates for people who just go to watch children and people who actually swim. I disagree. I know a Pakistani family who wanted their elderly relatives to accompany them to the park, but obviously not swim, and the management said it would be heaving with people who just want to spectate if they allowed this. Oh yes. That is totally true and I didn't even think about that! I was thinking of how, in the USA, you can pay less and get a different colored-bracelet where you don't have access to the water. This is not the USA, though! lol
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Latest post on 24 April 2012 - 10:54
When I went to Wild Wadi, there were so many maids there only taking care of the babies and not swimming. It is kind of annoying to have to pay the full price for that. It is too bad that they don't have different rates for people who just go to watch children and people who actually swim.
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Latest post on 24 April 2012 - 10:28
Most nurseries will take babies from 6 weeks on. Most of them open after 7 am and a lot of them are open until early evening but as another poster said, that can get very expensive. Then, as SS said, if your child is sick, you cannnot send him/her and they also close for all holidays and have vacation weeks. I'd still go with the nursery option, though, if I were you. You may need to decide if it is feasible to go back to work so soon after having twins.
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Latest post on 24 April 2012 - 10:18
Thanks for your advice but how long do I boil them for? They are always hard after boiling so I know I am doing something wrong. <em>edited by AnonDubai on 24/04/2012</em>
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Latest post on 24 April 2012 - 09:59
I don't see anything on the website about a reduced entry rate for maids. I am also wondering for myself. I have been to the ladies night. I remember it being well lit and the atmosphere was good. Great. Thanks. I had never heard of a reduced fee for maids for anywhere, actually. Even when we went to Atlantis, she was just another paying customer. I told my friend that it didn't make any sense that she would have a normal paid ticket, and then somehow not be allowed to participate. However, she insisted that this is the norm here because of an old mindset. I figured that she was mistaken, but just in case want to make sure. A lot of people spread misinformation, often unintentionally. A lot of health clubs and resorts do have reduced rates for maids, though.
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Latest post on 24 April 2012 - 09:57
I would go for nursery at that age. A baby and a nanny/housemaid home alone all day is not a good combination.
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Latest post on 24 April 2012 - 09:49
I don't see anything on the website about a reduced entry rate for maids. I am also wondering for myself. I have been to the ladies night. I remember it being well lit and the atmosphere was good.
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Latest post on 24 April 2012 - 09:37
Yes, just make sure you provide her with a proper bathing suit.
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Latest post on 24 April 2012 - 09:07
Yes. They are soaking right now. I know I need to do that, but for how long? And then how long do I need to cook them for?
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Latest post on 24 April 2012 - 08:50
Does anyone know?
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Latest post on 23 April 2012 - 20:30
http://www.syntheticphonics.com/burtreadingtestpage.htm I wouldn’t trust the teacher. I would assess your child’s reading age using the link above as a rough guide to his actual reading age (his age will be different at school as they take comprehension into consideration too) My son was put on some stupid level at school in Dubai when he was 7 because the school didn’t have enough books of his ability, as soon as I moved back to the UK he was classed as a free reader which meant he could choose books like Harry Potter and not boring Biff books [b'>Lol. Yes, those Chip and Biff books are really boring[/b'>. <em>edited by AnonDubai on 23/04/2012</em>
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Latest post on 23 April 2012 - 20:27
My DDs call their father by his first name. I don't like it but I don't know how to stop it.
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Latest post on 23 April 2012 - 11:43
I recently found a good selection of them at the Babies r Us inside the Toys r Us in the Festival City.
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Latest post on 23 April 2012 - 11:10
But at the same time, having the spell check is great. It corrects all your typos!
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Latest post on 23 April 2012 - 10:46
Go to Settings. Go to General. Go to Keyboard. Adjust as required.
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Latest post on 23 April 2012 - 10:33
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Latest post on 23 April 2012 - 10:32
There was a thread about this recently. I will bump it up for you.
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Latest post on 23 April 2012 - 09:56
I also wanted to say that I bought one from MAC and it is no good. It was very expensive so I was really upset.
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Latest post on 23 April 2012 - 09:54
Little Explorers in the Mirdif City Center
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Latest post on 23 April 2012 - 09:53
I use Touch Base for Eyes from Clinique. It is really good but I am not sure if it is available here. I usually buy it in bulk when I am in the USA. It is worth going to a Clinique counter and asking them if they have it. It keeps my eyeshadow on all day.
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Latest post on 23 April 2012 - 09:20
How horrible that the world just sat by and did nothing when North Korea was creating nukes....
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Latest post on 20 April 2012 - 20:11
Hi. The school just opened last September so all information there is pretty current.
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Latest post on 20 April 2012 - 14:02
Hi. There are several threads on this school in the Nurseries and Schools forum. You can do a search there.
 
 
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