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Latest post on 17 March 2015 - 21:37
Good Evening Ladies I am pregnant with my third baby, I had my first in Dubai at Medcare Hospital, I went back to the UK to have my second and I am planning to have my third here. I wasn't entirely happy with my Dr at Medcare and felt I was made to have an unnecessary emergency section (mainly i think because I had to medical insurance at the time and was paying in full). For my 2nd child, I had very straight forward normal delivery at home and would ideally love to have a normal delivery again. Can anyone recommend a doc at Medcare hospital, one that will encourage a normal delivery and please share your own experiences. Thank you <em>edited by corinnad on 17/03/2015</em>
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Latest post on 02 December 2014 - 11:38
Hi ladies I have quite few presents to post to Oz and usually use Empost but it works out very expensive. Can anyone let me know of another way to post...i have tjem ready to go so time should be ok. Thanks[/quot Skynet are supposed to be the cheapest here I called Skynet, they quoted me 120Dhs per kg and 70Dhs 0.5kg for post to Oz. Does this seem reasonable??
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Latest post on 01 December 2014 - 12:01
Hi ladies I have quite few presents to post to Oz and usually use Empost but it works out very expensive. Can anyone let me know of another way to post...i have tjem ready to go so time should be ok. Thanks
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Latest post on 07 November 2014 - 09:33
Hi Ladies, I am looking to buy a pair of Uggs online for a gift. I am on the official Australian Ugg website, International delivery to dubai is $50.00. Is there a cheaper way to get them here than paying $50.00 Thanks for all advice
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Latest post on 10 October 2014 - 11:12
Thanks ladies will check out Carrefour..
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Latest post on 10 October 2014 - 09:03
Good Morning Ladies, Can anyone tell me the cheapest place to buy a portable DVD player? Thanks
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Latest post on 27 September 2014 - 10:44
Good Morning Ladies I am travelling to Oz next week with my two daughters aged 3 and 4. I am thinking of buying the Bubblegum travel car seats. Can anyone tell me the best /cheapest place to buy them? Also can anyone give me their opinion on them? Thanks
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Latest post on 11 June 2014 - 13:29
Good Day ladies, My washing machine stopped working two weeks ago. i called a number that I found on here for a repair company in Satwa. They came that day, collected my machine, called me the next day and said it needed a new drum and they could replace for a cost of 550.00Dhs so I said go ahead. They brought it back the next day and it was working fine. A few washes later i notice that one three things inside of the machine is now hanging off. (Sorry dont know name of item!!) I called them back, they collected my machine and said they would mend. They returned the next day and were very quick to try and leave. I made them wait until I checked it. The job they did at attaching the thing back on was very rough, so bad I told them it would prob damage some clothes. The delivery people said they werent responsible and to ring the office.... I rang the office and then was told they didnt give me a new drum the first time just repaired existing one and this wasn't their fault as they didnt touch the inside of the machine. I argued that I was told I was getting a new drum but got nowhere in the end. Then after another few washes this item has come off again...I have tried to call them every day since Sat and first day they said they would come Sun. They never appeared. When I called they wudnt answer, so I called from a different mobile... again i was told the next day. I am still waiting for them to come... but am so angry that they have done this I feel determined to keep ringing them... but feel sometimes I am wasting my time. Has anyone any advice for me on what route I should take.... Thanks
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Latest post on 01 June 2014 - 14:13
Hello Ladies, I am living in the Springs, in process of doing some improvements to our villa, we are going to replace all internal doors. Can anyone recommend a good place to go and buy new doors? I am thinking Dragonmart but just wondering if any other suggestions?? Thanks ladies
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Latest post on 22 April 2014 - 10:28
Does anyone have any recommendations for a cleaning agency I could use? Thanks
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Latest post on 21 April 2014 - 12:02
Where are you based&gt;? I am based in the Springs.
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Latest post on 08 April 2014 - 10:06
Thanks Android to IOS is a pain in the b*m You can transfer all contacts via outlook and music is done through I tunes I transferred everything onto a memory stick from I Phone and then onto my Samsung There is information online that can help him Good Luck edited by sarahlou123 on 08/04/2014 Thanks Sarahlou123 but I am going the other way... I need to save all data on Samsung and move to Iphone. Now when he puts the SIM into iphone only some of his contacts are there. So he can not figure out which ones are there and what is missing, and how to ensure he has them all copied... I know to some this might sound simple but its very frustrating when you dont know how... Any more suggestions???? Thanks
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Latest post on 01 April 2014 - 12:52
Thanks Ladies.... I seen ones in Debenhams Silent Night, was quoted 2400.00Dhs.... was quite surprised at the price. So I just wonder how would they company with the Home Centre ones? Should I pay more or are the Home Centre ones just as good? Anyone got any exp?
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Latest post on 01 April 2014 - 11:56
Hi Ladies Can anyone suggest where i can buy a matress topper ? Thanks
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Latest post on 11 February 2014 - 14:51
Hello Ladies, I took out Medical Insurance for myself, Husband and two girls with Daman last year. I only had to visit the Doctor once thankfully in the last year. I got my renewal quotation for the year and it has gone up by more than 1000.00Dhs, is this normal? I am going to price around, can anyone suggest more Insurance Companies.? Thanks Ladies
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Latest post on 10 February 2014 - 21:38
Hello Ladies, I have registered my Daughter at Regent in The Greens and obviously paid the 500Dhs fee. I got an email from them today asking me to bring my daughter to an assesment next Monday or Tuesday at set times, i was asked to choose a time and reply by email. Then i was told there would be a fee for the assessment of 600Dhs??? Is this normal or what exactly is this 600Dhs for? Thanks
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Latest post on 10 February 2014 - 09:40
Dear Corinnad I used them in January to book a one way ticket from UK to DXB prices were 1000AED cheaper so I was wary. When you book, they don't send you a confirmation directly, they email you back to see if they can honour the price quoted, which was inconvenient as I was watching all of the other flights go up in price even more. I received confirmation and then they asked for a scanned copy of passport to verify identity and a copy of the credit card with the last 4 digits hidden. Again an inconvenience. Nothing happened for 24 hours and I was travelling 48 hours later so I had to call them (premium rate number of course) and spoke to some one who quite quickly processed the flight. To be honest the whole booking process of them verifying the price and then my ID was quite stressful. It depends whether you have the time and patience and are willing to chase them. Hope this helps LouiseJane Thanks LouiseJane, They are approx €1000.00 cheaper than other sites I am looking at. I have to book 4 flights and I am just wary like yourself. When you called them was the flight then processed without any problems? I have read about people being charged additional charges on their credit card after the booking. The flights I am booking for arent until end of March but I dont want to be waiting for days to get the confirmation and as you say watch other airlines prices go up. I dont understand how they cant honour the price at the time of booking. If they reply after 24-48hrs and say they cannot honour the initial price can I then cancel the whole booking? Thanks
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Latest post on 09 February 2014 - 16:35
Hello corinnad, yes I've used them to book several flights last summer and they have some good deals. My travel agent friends in the UK recommend them. They have their IATA licence and have been trading many years. Book your bargain with confidence :-) Hi Sushifee Thansk for reply. After I posted this I did my own searching online an found alot of negative comments....now am very weary of them... I am booking four flights to Perth costing over £3000.00 and once i seen the negatve reviews this has put me off.... Are you certain they will be ok? What kind of bookings did you make? thanks
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Latest post on 26 January 2014 - 12:20
It looks like you need a new battery. Call the Samsung no 800-7267864. On your battery there will be a number. They can order it for you. edited by fjcruiser on 26/01/2014 But when I disconnect the charger from the laptop and only plug the charger into the wall it is still blowing the trip and all sockets will blow. So this is why I am thinking it must be charger and laptop problems???
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Latest post on 15 January 2014 - 14:59
Is she in a room on her own? At that age my children have all slept much better sharing with a sibling. Hi Yes she is in her own room, has been since about 6months old. Her only sibling is 3years old and I just think they would completely play-up if together. She was a great sleeper until Xmas time....
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Latest post on 08 December 2013 - 15:56
Hi Corinnad, I use Chloraseptic Spray for sore throat: it is for children aged 3 and up. It comes in 3 flavors: Cherry, Orange and Grapes. You can find it in most pharmacies. It is quite effective, but if the sore throat last maybe you will need to take her to the doc. Hope she will feel better very soon! Hi Flowerhead....is this one that you spray onto throat and the child is supposed to leave it there for 15secs then spit out? Thanks
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Latest post on 08 December 2013 - 15:52
maybe go see a Paediatrician Yes I will take her if it gets any worse but I was hoping to not have to do this as I am sure they will just write me a prescription for an anti-biotic.. Any natural remedies that may help??
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Latest post on 11 November 2013 - 12:47
Hello Ladies, I have registered my child for Horizon, went on an open morning and liked it alot. But am now slightly concerned to read that it is not very academic based. For those who are interested in an academic based schools can you please give me the names of these schools. Thanks Ladies
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Latest post on 11 November 2013 - 10:38
Hi Ladies, My brother lives in melbourne and got engaged on Saturday, I was thinking of sending him and his fiance some flowers and a bottle of champagne. Do you know of any florists or companies over there that would deliver these two items together. Or I am open to any other nice suggestions for a gift to send. Thanks for your help
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Latest post on 03 November 2013 - 19:26
Hi Ladies, I need your help. Can anyone tell me where to buy the blackout film type thing i can stick to my kids bedroom windows. I had them done in my last villa but someone at work got this for me but he no longer works for the company and i dont know where to buy this stuff. Please help, kids waking up very early and i found this really helped Thanks
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Latest post on 31 October 2013 - 13:02
Hi There is a sign at enterance saying about a Halloween party at the Montgomerie Adress between 5-7pm but I was kindof hoping just to go out from door to door.. I have put a big orange poster on my front door to let people know to call at my house if they wish... just wondering are other people doing somehting similar in their own Springs? Or are many going to this party at the Adress?
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Latest post on 27 October 2013 - 12:13
Have you tried the Essex imported ones in spinneys? They are lovely! Proper British bangers :) No havent tried this type yet. Will have a look next time I am there. thanks ladies
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Latest post on 26 October 2013 - 14:14
Hi Ladies, Need some help One of the things I miss from UK are my local made Pork Sausages, I have tried the ones from Spinneys and Choitrims but not fussed on either, I find them quite hard to cook and usually end up burning them. Does anyone have any other suggestions on where I can buy some nice ones here. Thanks
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Latest post on 25 October 2013 - 08:28
Anyone have any suggestions??
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Latest post on 25 October 2013 - 08:28
Anyone have any suggestions??
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Latest post on 09 September 2013 - 11:53
Hi Ladies I am looking for some suggestions for a family day out fory 2year old daughter. We dont have any family or many friends here so it will just be myself , husband and three year amd obviously the birthday girl. We have been to Wild Wadi recently... Thanks in advance...
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Latest post on 04 September 2013 - 15:33
Hotel apartments are plentiful throughout al Barsha. I had a quick look and even the cheapest Hotel Apartments working out at around 14k for a month... had been budgeting less than this esp as we it will be for a few months..
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Latest post on 04 September 2013 - 15:22
Good Afternoon Ladies, My husband has a conracting company and had just recruited a british guy to come work for him on a temporary basis. I need to find him a room to live in for the next number of months. Nothing too fancy but decent enough at the same time. Our office is based in Al Barsha so we were ideally thinking of here. I have looked on Dubizzle but all i am finding is rooms for either filipinos or ladies to share. Can anyone recommend any other option of where i might look??? Thanks
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Latest post on 02 September 2013 - 14:53
So if I get this woman to sign do they check up on the profession given or will they just accept it? Yes I have known her for over two years.... Thanks
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Latest post on 28 July 2013 - 14:39
Hi Ladies, I have two girls aged 2 and 3. I would like to enroll them in some classes, maybe dance or something like this. I already have them in swimming lessons but was thinking of something else. Can anyone recommend any good ideas that they would enjoy.. and give details of where this can be done if possible. Thanks
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Latest post on 16 July 2013 - 09:56
Hi, Dont really have the time. I work full-time and I also have family over staying with us on their holidays so home is very busy in the evenings. Thanks
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Latest post on 01 June 2013 - 11:43
I been to Vietnam..Myself and my husband traveled on the back of a motorbike with two locals from the south to the north. Took our time and it was amazing... something I would recommend to anyone and would love to do it again. We met an english couple on our first night in Saigon and they had just travelled from the North down and we sat with them for a few hours and they told us all about it. We were a bit unsure so the guys who owned the motorbikes suggested we spend a day with them around Saigon and see what we thought.. we did this and loved it. We set off the next day and enjoyed every minute of it. We paid them $30 per day, this paid for food accommodation and their fees. I still get emails from one of the drivers if you want their contact details...
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Latest post on 01 June 2013 - 10:26
Hi Ladies, I am starting to run out of ideas for things to do with my one and two year old (18 & 32 Months) As its getting very hot and I am not able to be outside I have visited most of the Indoor Play area's near to me...while they are great I would like to maybe do more stuff.... Last week I took them to Dubai Dolphinarium.... Can anyone suggest other places I could bring them... I had thought of cinema but I just don't think my 1year old would be interested and wouldnt sit in a chair to watch a movie. I live in the Springs and drive... Any suggestions greatly appreciated... Thanks
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Latest post on 14 May 2013 - 11:33
Hi Ladies, I have a wedding in the UK at the end of June. I would love something really nice and different. I have been to a few shops in MOE but nothing really stands out. Please can anyone suggest any good shops... Thanks
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Latest post on 07 May 2013 - 10:05
Yeah would love a Rolls Royce... Its a Toyota Landcruiser.. Great thanks busybee2 will try axa... Any more suggestions
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Latest post on 07 May 2013 - 09:55
Good Morning Ladies, My husband has just ordered a new car. The dealer has offered to get insurance but its costing almost 13K...think this price sounds ridiculous!! Can anyone recommend any other car insurance companies so I can ring around and get some quotations... Thanks
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Latest post on 07 May 2013 - 09:45
Being from the UK I also miss the likes of Pret a Manager... I miss going into a coffee shop and getting a freshly made sandwich... I've said this to my husband lots of times.. Think it would be a great idea for a business
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Latest post on 24 April 2013 - 09:45
Hi Ladies, I need to get approx 150 photos printed in 4*6 size. I went to the Fofofun place in MOE and they were charging me 1.50Dhs per photo...found this very expensive as you could get it done in the UK for 10p or less.... Does anyone know anywhere I can get this done cheaper? Thanks
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Latest post on 16 April 2013 - 12:36
Thanks Ladies. I have the air-con on in my bedroom I just dont want to have it on in the babies room. Beany, where did you buy your combination humidifier and air filter? I only have a vest on them at night and when i go into check on them they are very hot and hair stuck to their heads they are sweating that much.... I will go invest in a humidifier and see if this helps at al....
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Latest post on 08 April 2013 - 13:09
Hello Ladies, I have received 3 dresses as bday gifts that are all too long for me.... Please can anyone recommend someone who is good at alterations... I am living in the Springs but work in Al Barsha so anywhere close to this would be ideal. Thanks
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Latest post on 03 April 2013 - 12:28
Hello Ladies, I moved to Dubai in January and I have my two children (My eldest will be 3 in 18th July and baby will be 2 in 23rd September) I currently have them at Golden Beach Nursery..as I work full-time. We are living in the Springs. Please can you help me with some advice, at what age will each child go to school? Do they both have o start F1 or can I keep them in this nursery and start the eldest into F2. Any recommedations also for a good school nearby? When should I start applying? Thanks...
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Latest post on 28 March 2013 - 14:42
Hi Ladies, I am trying to book a session of Laser Hair Removal treatments for my husband for his bday on Tues, Am quite new to Dubai and so not sure what or where to go.... Can anyone please recomend a place to go and get this done.. Any help greatly appreciated. Thanks <em>edited by corinnad on 28/03/2013</em>
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Latest post on 26 March 2013 - 10:54
No i dont want to be doing anything illegal or hire someone that is on a visa from another sponsor. Is it possible then to get an agency maid say 2hrs a day for 5days a week? How much is it likely to cost me? Can anyone recommend a good agency? Thanks Ladies....
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Latest post on 26 March 2013 - 10:37
Hi I have my kids in nursery the four days per week while I am working. But my husband works long hours and sometimes it is 9/10pm when he is home. I would like someone a few hours in the afternoons /evening and weekends...not to be a nanny and look after my kids but simply to help with housework. If I was to pay an agency maid this it would cost alot of money per week... It is possible to get a maid on a visa on a part-time basis?? What are my options at this stage? Thanks
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Latest post on 03 March 2013 - 14:59
Hi Ladies, I am new to Dubai and I need some waxing done...eyebrows, bikini line. Please can anyone advise me of somewhere to go...I do not like getting the bikini line done so please advise someone who is gentle (if that is possible lol).... Thanks
 
 
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