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Latest post on 08 March 2012 - 15:49
omg,mabruk,GC! yay, our 2nd march mum now! so lovely.. as for me, i was 4 cms dilated as of yesterday but no other symptoms except brown dishcarge. OB wanted to break my water but DH and i decided to wait for things to happen naturally..got 2 days sick leave and am sitting at home trying not to get bored out of my mind! also, my OB says its full moon tomoz which apparently mean pregnant mumies more likely to break water! good luck everyone :)
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Latest post on 06 March 2012 - 12:06
Jabal Hafeet in al ain? - a shorter drive for you..
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Latest post on 06 March 2012 - 09:23
what a sweet offer, farwin - I have dry skin too so it woudnt suit me but just wanted to say it is sweet of you to give it away rather than throw it in the bin like so many others may have done... hope your skin clears up soon!
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Latest post on 06 March 2012 - 09:12
You can check out More breakfast prices on their website..they have their brekkie menu on there as well so you can get an idea of what is available..I think the full english is the highest priced at AED 50 odd...they do pancakes, fruit and yoghurt, etc.. I like the Whittards of Chelsea brekkie too but no marina view unfortunately although you can choose the outdoor seating..
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Latest post on 05 March 2012 - 17:02
Yes, coconell, I will be attempting VBAC this time..fingers crossed as last time they told me my pelvis was too small for my 4kg bubs :( My epidural failed as well so i had no pain relief whatsoever either...oh gaawdd..really don't want to remember it too much as it was beyond awful! Of course my bubs was worth it but my goodness the **** we women go thru! I have my next appt on Wednesday and will have my kilimanjaro of a bump measured again..last week i was measuring 42 when i was actually 38 weeks - yikes! Wonder what this week will bring - not looking forward to the internal exam where it feels like my OB is shoving her entire fist up my VJJ! Plus, guess what, my OB is out of town all of this weekend...Lord help me!
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Latest post on 03 March 2012 - 19:04
omg, a million congrats, tanya! yay, so happy for you mashalla! Do pls post more details when your your lil DD give you the time - lol!
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Latest post on 01 March 2012 - 19:00
hullo everyone, had my scan today. bubs is fine and definitely on the bigger side mashalla! Have next OB appt next wednesday and will get measured again and possibly review birth plan! how is everyone else doing? :)
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Latest post on 01 March 2012 - 09:20
Insurance has just come back approving the scan - thank God! What a roller-coaster...hope all is well - please say a prayer for me. hugs all round!
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Latest post on 01 March 2012 - 07:56
Stupid insurance not covering my 38 week growth scan and it costs AED 1200...grrrr...do not need this right now! Am going to talk to doctor today about other options..
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Latest post on 01 March 2012 - 07:54
As a toddler, i think he is alright to use a front-facing car-seat..do not make any compromise even if he kicks up a fuss at first. Kids adapt very quickly and he will accept it soon enough as long as you are firm.
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Latest post on 29 February 2012 - 16:10
Glad to hear your bubs has moved down a bit, redleaf..hope he/she stays put until your mum gets here next week :) My last working day is meant to be 15th march so God help me...lol!
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Latest post on 29 February 2012 - 14:41
Had my check up this morn and am 2 cms dilated which is normal apparently..am completing 38 weeks tomorrow inshalla! God, is it just me or does everyone hate these vaginal exams? Doc did a swab as well today to check for Group B strep.. After measuring me she said I am measuring well beyond my dates..in fact I am measuring 42 weeks...eeeek! Because of this i will need to go for a scan to check the exact measurements of Peanut. If he/she is on the bigger side then my dream of attempting a VBAC this time is going to come to an abrupt end :( I don't really mind at this point...just want my baby here safely... Just waiting for my insurance approval now so I can schedule this scan ASAP and find out whats what!
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Latest post on 28 February 2012 - 09:16
I have steered clear of sushi but do still enjoy my smoked salmon...i make sure I buy a good brand and consume it within max 2 days. We have a packet in the fridge that's been open for 4 days and I wont be having it anymore now - DH is happy to polish it off!
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Latest post on 26 February 2012 - 15:46
yup, according to my doc, if you have had one c-section already and opt for another one the second time round then this is counted as 'repeat section' not 'elective'. The best way to find out about your insurance is to ask them as it all depend son your package and the fine print.. I know personally my insurance doesn't cover electives...
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Latest post on 26 February 2012 - 15:43
my goodness..highly unprofessional ...and unfortunately no data protection laws in this country to even back us up!
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Latest post on 26 February 2012 - 15:40
From God we came and to Him shall we return..my deepest condolences..
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Latest post on 26 February 2012 - 14:06
Just to update everyone, we finally received our bean bad about 10 days ago..hmmphh..the courier who brought to us didn't even have it wrapped in plastic or anything to show it was new/unused ..it was literally dragged on the floor all the way to our flat so was covered with streaks of dust when we got it It is comfortable though and my 5 yr old as well as my DH love it for playing their playstation games, etc but really don't think it was worth AED 200..oh well..thank god it actualyr arrived at some point! hope the rest of you had happy endnings..
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Latest post on 26 February 2012 - 09:22
My EDD is 17th March..my bump is hanging so low though..it is starting to rub on my thighs when i sit down and is SO uncomfortable! Last night DH rubbed some massage oil on it before bed and it felt much better..trick is to keep it heavily moisturized i think so it sort of slips and slides..gaaawwd...MOTHERHOOD! This weekend we put together the crib bed in our room..it looks so sweet there i must say..and every time DH comes into our room now he gives a double-take and says ' Bl**dy H*ll! this is really happening!' - LOL <em>edited by Ayda247 on 26/02/2012</em>
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Latest post on 26 February 2012 - 09:15
I had a bought a pack of two from M&S for AED 275 but then Mothercare went on sale and I realised i could get a pack of two for under AED 150 or something so back the M&S ones went! The Mothercare ones were a bit basic and not as pretty but hey this is for breastfeeding not hot nights with the hubby and the savings on it made it worth it.... The sales are over now as you are a bit late but i was at M&S the other day and thought i saw a pack of two for AED 200..they really are very pretty and nice colours so if you dont mind spending AED 200 you can get those..
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Latest post on 22 February 2012 - 19:35
hi, sounds like a lovely thing to do! Where did you get your 2 for 1 voucher from? I bought this year's entertainer and didn't notice that in there..
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Latest post on 21 February 2012 - 15:08
Believe it or not, ladies, i just got discharged from hospital for food poisoning for the THIRD TIME! have had incredibly sensitive tummy this pregnancy..and before anyone asks me, no, it wasnt outside food, i just made a berry smoothie with low fat milk and frozen berries , put in it my flask to take to work the next day..not sure if this was it but i had HORRIBLE stomach cramps,vomiting and diarrhea (sorry TMI i know)..anyway ended up in emergency as usual and got admitted and put on drips overnight again for severe dehydration..sigh..even the nurses are telling me now ' next time we see you it better be in the labour ward!' lol... alhamdula, depsite the food poisoning, peanut is still doing well so far and no cause for concern as per the doctor. Ladies, i am getting so tired now and feel like a huge water balloon..my wedding ring wont come off as i have left it too late and i am SO ready to have this baby! Roll on Week 38!!! edited by Ayda247 on 21/02/2012 <em>edited by Ayda247 on 21/02/2012</em>
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Latest post on 21 February 2012 - 14:59
I am due to give birth at welcare in march inshala and Nurse Amanda (head of maternity ward) mentioned in our antenatal classes that they will supply everything from baby nappies to maternity pads, etc..we just need to pack what baby will wear when we are leaving plus our own clothes if we dont want to wear hospital PJs...
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Latest post on 16 February 2012 - 14:41
hi everyone, just finished 36 weeks today - woooo! Am due on 17th march and planning on starting maternity leave on 15th march - crazy i know but trying to squeeze out every day of my pathetically short maternity leave (45 calendar days!) with my baby! Am having to take almost all my annual leave plus a month unpaid too. Wonder if i will deliver early though..am absolutely huge! Have gained 15 kilos but had started about 8 kilos overweight anyway so not too good - hopefully can shift most of it after baby gets here...to top it all off my brother is getting married 3rd week of april so i have to try and be back in some kind of shape by then..eeek! have no clue what to wear for the wedding but must plan/decide before baby arrives as will be so busy after! how is everyone doing..love this thread.. xoxoxo <em>edited by Ayda247 on 16/02/2012</em>
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Latest post on 16 February 2012 - 14:34
i think its a good idea..books are so expensive here!
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Latest post on 16 February 2012 - 11:27
Tara, I am looking out for a used SUV - can you tell me what car you are selling? You can email me details on ayda two four seven at hotmail dot com.
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Latest post on 15 February 2012 - 10:46
still waiting for my bean bag - got fed up yesterday and wrote to tell them to cancel and refund. Surprise = NO RESPONSE! but earlier they were quick to debit my card fo rAED 199 for the bean bag :(
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Latest post on 15 February 2012 - 10:33
I love brown rice too...could be you let it get too stodgy? I find you really need to keep an eye on it and it takes longer to cook than white rice..better luck next time but keep trying! :)
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Latest post on 14 February 2012 - 10:58
Thank you pilotsprincess, Eli1979 and jillp.. please can you email me more details on ayda two four seven at hotmail dot com as well as copy eddie dot mbaye at gmail dot com. Will get back to all of you.
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Latest post on 13 February 2012 - 15:09
thank you ladies..have replied...
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Latest post on 13 February 2012 - 14:02
really wasteful..when they are people struggling to put food on the table - wish they could give it to charity!
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Latest post on 13 February 2012 - 13:58
Thank you square whisk and alimart.. Squarewhisk, wanted something with less mileage than 100K but may be willing to consider if top of the line and depending on price Alimart, I would love more details and to view. please can you both send me more details and pictures (if possible) to ayda two four seven at hotmail dot com as well as copy eddie dot mbaye at gmail dot com? DH and I might be interested in viewing them..please can you include your locations - thanks so much! wooo...finally getting somewhere. edited by Ayda247 on 13/02/2012 <em>edited by Ayda247 on 13/02/2012</em>
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Latest post on 13 February 2012 - 13:19
erm..best to contact N&A perhaps??
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Latest post on 13 February 2012 - 13:14
I am still waiting too! Betti, please can you give us the supplier's telephone number or email address so we can try reaching out to them..? Am 36 weeks preggers and really did not need all this hassle..arrgh! Having said that it seems I still haven't learned my lesson as I just bought a discounted Aramex Shop and Ship membership from Living Social - hope its worth it!
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Latest post on 13 February 2012 - 13:09
Thank you..would that fit into the budget i mentioned? a bit worried about it having 8 cylinders - hows the fuel consumption?
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Latest post on 13 February 2012 - 13:08
She should be able to request them to call him to the Family Guidance section (who would call him anyway)upon which time they can ask him for a copy of his residence visa.. best of luck to your friend..
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Latest post on 13 February 2012 - 11:58
Wasn't aware there is a spinneys in Fest City...? At least definitely not in the mall...
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Latest post on 13 February 2012 - 11:50
Ladies, our family is expanding and we are wanting to buy a medium-sized SUV. Our budget was max 75-80K but everything we have liked ( Kia sorento, ford edge/explorer, etc) seems to be over our budget brand new..we've started looking down the used car route now..please let me know if anyone has any suggestions.. thanks so much..
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Latest post on 08 February 2012 - 14:50
Thank you ladies..i guess all she can expect is one month then because yes she is on one month notice :( oh well..inshalla khair thank you everyone
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Latest post on 08 February 2012 - 14:40
Thanks SEY83, but I think you are referring to gratuity? I am referring to redundancy pay (besides gratuity.end of service benefits). She has worked for over a year but less than 3 years...
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Latest post on 08 February 2012 - 14:30
My friend has been made redundant (and she is 4 months pregnant) - she has been offered one month pay - should this be 3 months? We weren't sure but thought the law said something like this..does anybody know? She has been told her role is no longer required - she worked as a PA to a senior manager who has now been transferred elsewhere. much appreciated...
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Latest post on 07 February 2012 - 15:07
oh that looks really lovely. Skykitty! Anyone know if they sell this anywhere here? Am rubbish at DIY..
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Latest post on 07 February 2012 - 14:31
please..i cant stop laughing!
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Latest post on 07 February 2012 - 14:30
shame on pet-owners who do not clean after their pets - they are making life hard on everyone!
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Latest post on 06 February 2012 - 10:55
how much are the tickets for?
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Latest post on 06 February 2012 - 09:37
Welcare do antenatal classes from 7pm to 9pm on Mondays...not weekend but at least its after work :)
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Latest post on 06 February 2012 - 07:55
Right, ladies - update on this! Just got a reply from Groupon (finally!) saying: [b'> We are sorry for the inconvenience this has caused you. We never want experiences like this to happen to our customers and we feel badly when they do. We are happy to work with you towards a satisfactory resolution. Please bear with our partner as they are ensuring that all our valued customers are being attended to accordingly. We have been advised that the product will be delivered within 7-10 days. If you will be able to wait until then, it is our pleasure to be of service. Otherwise, we will be more than willing to offer a refund in any case. Should you have any further concerns on this, please feel free to email back or call our Customer Support Number 04 457 9494, Sundays thru Thursdays between 9:0am - 6:00 pm."[/b'> Thank you Fatimaa, as it seems your idea of ccing 10 times worked as they only replied after I did this! My DH is set on getting this bean bag so i will sit tight and wait instead of asking for a refund...hope we get our orders soon inshalla! <em>edited by Ayda247 on 06/02/2012</em>
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Latest post on 05 February 2012 - 10:58
Mine is for the 130cm X90cm 'leatherette comfy bean bag' that comes in a choice of 7 colours for AED 199
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Latest post on 05 February 2012 - 10:35
this is really bad..the phone line is just continuously busy and zero response on email. They have our email addresses and were very quick to debit our cards so you would think if theer was delay they could at least send us an email and let us know..very disappointing and a shame as I have never had problems with groupon before but have to admit this is the first (and last!) time i am buying a tangible item..usually go for service-type deals/meals, etc..
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Latest post on 05 February 2012 - 08:33
Thank you everyone- managed to get some in M&S DFC! :)
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Latest post on 05 February 2012 - 08:24
what about the 'take my junk' company? u can google them..
 
 
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