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Latest post on 07 January 2013 - 08:57
wait for your hubby to return home (preferably prepare yourself while he is on the way), feed baby and put her to sleep, RUN to shop and return AS FAST AS YOU CAN. Shopping with a baby is far more time consuming than without. You can shop double with half time. Source: Mother of 3. I can only speak as SAHM with the time to do it and I'm sure things would be different if I worked and had less time but whilst shopping in indeed less time consuming sans children, I've always taken my children shopping. I'd much rather they were out with me seeing and interacting with the world than left at home because it's easier. Plus my husband works long hours and when he gets home I actually like to sit down and have dinner and see him in the evenings rather than rushing off. My children all really enjoy shopping trips, when they are babies there is a lot to look at and when they are a bit older they love seeing their things on the shelves and putting them in the trolley and we talk about where everything comes from. I also find it a good way to encourage them to try new things. Anyway, like I said, SAHM with time on my hands, I understand why people who don't have the time might want to leave the little ones.
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Latest post on 06 January 2013 - 22:56
Last time I looked the Barsha Co-op had pirate themed party stuff.
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Latest post on 06 January 2013 - 22:54
I really like the Nail Spa at AR too. The chairs are comfortable, their pedi lasts for ages and they must note down any preferences as they remember from visit to visit.
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Latest post on 06 January 2013 - 22:44
I freeze lots of different purees in ice cubes trays. Once frozen I put them in to labelled freezer bags then mix and match as needed.
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Latest post on 06 January 2013 - 21:34
I'd look upon it as the employers right to see whats what in any bedroom in their home that's being used by an employee. If a person lives with me - they live to my standards regardless of who they are. As for looking in drawers and the likes - no, I wouldnt unless I had a very very very good reason to. Exactly right DR. When I started my OE in London years ago I had a live in pub job for a few months. My boss did periodic room checks, I had no issue whatsoever with it.
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Latest post on 06 January 2013 - 21:08
Ikea always has loads of frames in different sizes and colours.
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Latest post on 06 January 2013 - 21:05
you do not have to push a cart or stroller..surely things have not gone back 50 years lol.....snugglies and their more modern carriers are wonderful, yet, I rarely see anyone using them here. In north america they are very popular..we do housework with our babies on our fronts, dads carry them, front and back,,, just like a papoose lol..I didnt use a carriage other than going for a long walk but around the house, baby was attached and we were both hands free lol... I use a Baby Bjorn carrier around the house but when I'm doing the grocery shopping I often use a buggy as my baby carseat snaps straight in to the buggy wheels so I don't need to get baby out of the carseat and disturb them if they are sleeping. I've also found that I used my carrier out and about a lot more in the UK than here simply because at any time other than winter here the combination of the warmer weather, a hot baby right next to me and breastfeeding boobs radiating heat mean both baby and I are a hot sweaty mess within minutes.
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Latest post on 06 January 2013 - 19:32
Butter - Rachel's Organic Marg - Nuttelex Both from Spinneys.
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Latest post on 06 January 2013 - 19:31
I've seen people getting big platters of food from the Co-op in Al Barsha. I haven't had their savouries, cakes etc but their hommous and salads are nice. Would be much cheaper than Lime Tree etc.
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Latest post on 06 January 2013 - 19:21
I really doubt pizza hut is as bad as McDonalds, but I my be wrong. http://www.sparkpeople.com/food_vs_food.asp?food=110_206_mcdonalds-hamburger_versus_pizza-hut-personal-pan-cheese-pizza I doubt someone would just eat one hamburger for a meal though? More likely to have a burger and fries?
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Latest post on 06 January 2013 - 19:16
Medcare is my hospital as my ob gyn practices there...this weekend I was hospitalised after being diagnosed with GD needing insulin. Was there for 3 nights and was impressed with the care and concern. Nurses and docs on rounds were helpful and co-operative. My ob gyn was in constant touch with the team monitoring my progress as she was busy delivering. Oh no BT, I'm sorry to hear that. I'm glad you got well looked after and hope you are feeling better now.
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Latest post on 06 January 2013 - 18:24
Woohoo! Thanks TDB. Does anyone know if you can now do a left turn from Hessa Street on to Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road? Will be so much quicker to get back to the Ranches than cutting through Barsha.
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Latest post on 06 January 2013 - 18:08
I'm sure you'd get the hang of it fast TDB! It's a good arm workout.
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Latest post on 06 January 2013 - 18:06
Last year we had to re-register towards the end of April and the deposit was refundable up until June. This year registration is by the end of March and the deposit is non refundable. The deposit is cheaper though, last year it was 10k this year it is 10% of total tuition.
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Latest post on 06 January 2013 - 17:28
I've seen them recently at both a stall at the Madinat and a stall outside Ikea.
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Latest post on 06 January 2013 - 17:03
I find the Baby Bjorn works easiest although it's annoying if they fall asleep on the way to the supermarket then you have to transfer them and they wake up. For times like that it actually doesn't take much practice to become very adept at pushing a trolley with one hand and buggy with the other. Or you can take a double buggy which has much more space underneath and also space in the empty seat if you've only got one child. In a single buggy you can load up underneath and hang bags from each handle to fill with groceries. I also sometimes park up the trolley in one spot near the check out and walk to and from filling it up with buggy loads. From there you can push both to the car yourself or get a packer to push the trolley if needed. There are lots of options! Nothing wrong with piling baby up with groceries either ;)
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Latest post on 06 January 2013 - 16:21
Delish Beebers! My Greenheart vegetable box has just arrived, happy days.
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Latest post on 06 January 2013 - 16:15
had them when we first moved here for our first's bedroom, used a few as the play area with the second and plan on getting some new ones for our third. [b'>Just don't let the LO get to the diaper rash cream when near the mats LOL[/b'>. That is not so easy to clean off. I learnt that the hard way too! I used them in a playroom, they were great. The tile floors here are so unforgiving on little heads. Mrsg1, you can get them at Carrefour.
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Latest post on 06 January 2013 - 16:10
By the way, I am not trying to insult anyone here. I have struggled with my weight for many years--thank goodness that's over. I did plenty of stupid and ridiculous, even dangerous things. Some of my trainers and coaches advised me to do stupid things, and I stupidly listened. I guess I am just baffled why people would rather swallow anything...a pill, a syrup, some exotic juice from xyz island nation, some wild herb that blocks fat found in the depths of Africa--secret until now!! [b'>Why would someone rather do this than eat healthy foods like broccoli, fish, etc[/b'>??? I think a lot of people are looking for a miracle 'cure' rather than having to change anything or put in any work. Also, if you are used to eating a lot of processed foods high in fat and sugar then a plate of vegetables can seem pretty unappealing. It's only once you have weaned your body/taste buds off the rubbish that you realise how good simple healthy food actually tastes.
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Latest post on 06 January 2013 - 16:03
Thanks, Daza. I think my issue is muscle tension so I will need to do exercises and massage (with heat treatment) to sort it. But I might have to try Osteopathy if that doesn't help. I have only tired yoga once so I would need an instructor to make sure I do the right movements so that I don't make things worse. Only three sessions sounds promising though. Is it expensive? I can't remember the cost sorry, maybe about 350 dirhams a session? My insurance paid it which is probably why I can't remember! I'd tried massage prior to that which only helped short term.
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Latest post on 06 January 2013 - 15:43
Hi N0rdique I really recommend the Osteopath at the Motor City Medicentre. He sorted out my back/shoulder pain within 3 sessions. I maintained it with 10 minutes of yoga twice a day at home to keep supple. I did yoga as I'd done more in the past and felt confident doing it at home but Pilates would be great too.
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Latest post on 06 January 2013 - 13:23
So proper, descriptive insulting is ok? Think it depends who you are insulting....
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Latest post on 06 January 2013 - 09:49
Repton back tomorrow, last day of sleeping in and lounging in pjs. Boo. Although the silver lining will be Taylor Swift no longer on repeat on the iPod. I knew you were trouble trouble trouble *bangs head against brick wall*.
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Latest post on 05 January 2013 - 21:25
Congratulations! Have a look at this thread, it has some recommendations for high risk pregnancies. Good luck with everything. http://www.expatwoman.com/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=196994
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Latest post on 04 January 2013 - 22:56
If you really want to lose weight and keep it off then you need to stop looking for quick fixes and trying to lose the weight in 2 months and look at how you can change your overall lifestyle for long term health benefits. Find exercise that you can fit in to your day and keep with it. Cut out processed foods and drinks. Different things work for different people.
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Latest post on 03 January 2013 - 18:28
I agree FZA. This is my third pregnancy with Dr Tazyeen and I've always been very happy with her. She actually listens which is a nice change from some doctors and I've always found her very sensitive to my personal beliefs and fears. My current pregnancy has been high risk and she has always been available and gone out of her way to speak to me/see me immediately when I've had problems. I go to her Motor City clinic and her nurse and receptionist there are also excellent.
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Latest post on 03 January 2013 - 17:18
If you want to stick to the European vaccination schedule then bring your vaccination card and get your baby's jabs done according to that. The only one I can think of on it that isn't available here is Men C so if you want that one you'll need to get it done in your home country. There are also some that might not be on the schedule that you might want to think about getting done if you are travelling, Hep A comes to mind. My children's ped is Keith Nicholl in Umm Sequim, I've always been really happy with him.
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Latest post on 03 January 2013 - 15:47
Even in the UK, not all items in a store or on sale. I could of been given misinformation but my understanding of it is that shops in the UAE are not allowed to advertise 'sale' unless every item in the shop is discounted. It's why the vast majority of signs/ads you see say 'part sale'.
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Latest post on 03 January 2013 - 15:25
I'm all FOR kids having fun and being outside and taking exercise, but please PLEASE not when it's getting dark without taking precautions! :-( Totally agree LadyBee. I'm in Alma AR and there are often children/teens hanging around on the street with their bikes and skateboards. I think it's great they are out socialising and getting some exercise but there is one boy in particular who is probably about 10 or 11 who is often out on the road on his bmx after dark. He is always in dark clothing and has no lights on his bike making him extremely hard to see. I can't understand why his parents don't put lights on his bike, I fear it's only a matter of time before he gets hit by a car.
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Latest post on 03 January 2013 - 15:13
I eat 3 main meals a day and 2 snaks some times 1 or 2 meals a day. What do your main meals and snacks consist of Neno? In what size portions? Drinks? I agree with the posters that say it's mainly diet. Exercise will tone up the muscles underneath but you need to be eating right to get rid of the fat on top. If you are doing abdominal exercises you also need to be doing exercises to strengthen your lower back. Also, make sure you are exercising your oblique (side) abs as well as your upper and lower ones. Strong obliques really help to 'pull in' your tummy.
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Latest post on 03 January 2013 - 15:04
Good for them. I'm in AR and if they knock on my door I'll happily pay them to clean my car. The front garden could do with a few leaves picked up too.
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Latest post on 03 January 2013 - 13:02
Al Ain zoo is great! Well worth the trip. We always pack a picnic, the food in the cafe is terrible.
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Latest post on 03 January 2013 - 12:53
First baby people were starting to guess by 12 weeks. Was showing at about 8 weeks with baby number 2 and at about 6 weeks with babies 3 and 4!
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Latest post on 03 January 2013 - 08:49
EDF8, I had an awful experience at Medcare a few months ago and there is no way I'd set foot in their ob/gyn ward again. In saying that, you can have a bad experience anywhere so you need to get a feel for it yourself, good plan to be doing a tour. I think the main thing is that you are happy with your personal obstetrician, actually hospital comes second for me.
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Latest post on 03 January 2013 - 08:45
AmyAus, your posts on 'breeding' and 'class' always make me think of Hyacinth Bucket!
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Latest post on 02 January 2013 - 15:33
I've used slightly larger cot sheets and mattress protector on my cot mattress. Just tuck them under securely as you would with a non fitted sheet.
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Latest post on 02 January 2013 - 15:31
I've never bothered with a cover. The amount of times the change mat gets peed or pooed on there has never seemed any point. Much easier to just wash the plastic mat than wash the cover and plastic mat. If I've been giving my baby 'nappy off time' then I just tuck a muslin under them.
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Latest post on 02 January 2013 - 15:27
I've never been to Al Garhoud so can't comment on there. I've been to Medcare for a pregnancy related emergency and wouldn't go back if you paid me.
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Latest post on 02 January 2013 - 13:39
My first baby never slept in her cot during the day. She was happy to go in it at night but would scream and scream if I tried during the day. I gave up on trying the cot and she'd sleep in either her buggy, baby bjorn bouncer or car seat (less than two hour sleeps only). It made life much easier once I gave up on the cot. If you walk your son long enough in his buggy will he fall asleep eventually? I spent a couple of hours a day out walking, it was winter in the UK when my daughter was born. I'd be shivering my way around the park in sleet, snow or rain and she'd be blissfully asleep, rugged up with a hot water bottle and rain cover over her buggy. It sounds awful but I actually have rather fond memories of it and it was better than being home listening to her scream. Both my sons have slept in their cot during the day no problems.
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Latest post on 02 January 2013 - 13:14
To add, I recommend 'Raising Boys' by Steve Biddulph. I've read it recently and found it really interesting. I find it much easier to understand why my daughter behaves/acts how she does because she's a girl and we both have female thought processes. It doesn't mean that she behaves better, it just means I understand more what is behind her behaviour. It's less intuitive with my boys but Raising Boys has helped me to understand them better.
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Latest post on 02 January 2013 - 12:59
Completely agree with the posters who have mentioned hungriness and tiredness. My sons are MUCH more likely than my daughter to get extremely grumpy when they are hungry. My two year old especially can be totally unmanageable, get some food in to him and he's lovely again. Toddlers are learning how to push boundaries. Make sure you are giving him plenty of positive reinforcement about nice behaviour and don't give him attention when he is behaving badly. Don't tell that he is a naughty boy etc. Tell him instead that you love him but you don't like his behaviour.
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Latest post on 02 January 2013 - 12:45
Nad Al Sheba. I called the DHA helpline and they told me which one to go to. Of course when I went to Nad Al Sheba they told me I should have gone to Umm Sequim but when I told told them that their helpline had told me Nad Al Sheba they said 'oh, ok'. Don't follow the map on their website, they have themselves located in completely the wrong place. It's by the Nad Al Sheba police station.
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Latest post on 02 January 2013 - 08:39
You need to exfoliate regularly, not just before waxing. At least once, preferably twice a week. Also keep the skin soft by daily moisturising.
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Latest post on 02 January 2013 - 08:34
Waited until 12 weeks with the first, told people pretty much straight off with the second, third and fourth. It was quite exciting having a secret first time around, couldn't be bothered with the effort of it all after that! Evidently there is no medical significance waiting until 12 weeks as miscarriages occur most regularly at around 7 - 8 weeks. In the UK and NZ it's common to wait until then as that is often when the first scan is.
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Latest post on 02 January 2013 - 08:28
I'd love it if there were a nice a la carte breakfast on the beach option with kids. In lieu of that packing a breakfast of croissants etc and having an early picnic on Black Palace beach is lovely.
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Latest post on 31 December 2012 - 16:55
I heard on the radio there will be random breath testing tonight and over 400 patrols on duty....Please put the message out and stay safe Thanks for posting mich. As someone who has lost a friend to drunk driving I wholly believe that prevention is better than punishment after the fact. It's great that the authorities are doing this and have put the word out.
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Latest post on 31 December 2012 - 16:50
Breathalisers do save lives by catching those endangering themselves and others, telling people to be careful of them does not, they just risk lives on another road. I disagree AmyAus. I'd much prefer that people were warned they might get caught so make the decision to not get behind the wheel in the first place than they drive thinking they will be ok and then get caught. Because unless they get caught before pulling out the driveway then they are going to be travelling at least some distance before getting stopped. I'd rather they drive no distance at all.
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Latest post on 31 December 2012 - 16:00
Oh dear Rosieposie, what an awful time to be having guests leaving! You can't rely at all on a pre booked taxi turning up tonight. You may strike it lucky but you also might be waiting five hours for a booked taxi as friends of mine did last NYE. As many other posters have said, traffic is going to be a nightmare tonight. I honestly think that if you want to guarantee them making their flight tonight then you need to drop them off or call them a taxi now. Not great for them spending NYE at the airport but much preferable to them missing their flight.
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Latest post on 30 December 2012 - 20:43
Mini quiches?
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Latest post on 30 December 2012 - 16:32
I've got 3 vouchers for Entertainer buy one get one free 18 hole rounds of golf for the Ranches. Although I just checked and they expire today! If the Golf Club will still take them tomorrow you are welcome to them, I'm in the Ranches.
 
 
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