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Latest post on 29 February 2012 - 10:16
There is a camel riding place at Big Red and they could hire quad bikes and go for a ride up the sand with those too.
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Latest post on 29 February 2012 - 07:44
:) that's very clever Green-ish! So I think I gonna go for the original Ergo as I wasn't sure about the foot rest anyway... Just need to check one more time if it fits my waist and DH one properly. ;) Thanks again. If it's a bit snug around the waist, the waist extender is pretty cheap. ;)
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Latest post on 29 February 2012 - 07:42
I am curious, can anyone tell me what is special about red velvet cake? I ask because I have never tried it and everyone seems to rave about it (not just on here) Looking at the recipe it appears to be a chocolate sponge that is red or is there something that is special about it that I am missing? genuinely interested to know - thanks! For me, it always about the cream cheese icing, to which my mother added pecans. Plus, we usually had it around Christmas. FB...interesting that you make it sound like a long family tradition. :) I had never heard of it until it became 'fashionable' relatively recently. Does it have a longer history?? I'm a massive fan of cream cheese icing...but the cake itself is 'just' another chocolate cake to me.
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Latest post on 28 February 2012 - 16:01
Jon is back! Happy news. :D
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Latest post on 28 February 2012 - 15:55
The book is fantastic! I haven't seen the movie yet but hope to soon since I keep reading that it's a good adaptation.
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Latest post on 28 February 2012 - 15:48
I am curious, can anyone tell me what is special about red velvet cake? I ask because I have never tried it and everyone seems to rave about it (not just on here) Looking at the recipe it appears to be a chocolate sponge that is red or is there something that is special about it that I am missing? genuinely interested to know - thanks! The few times I've tried it, it's somewhere between the rich moisture of a mud cake, but light in texture like a sponge. Nothing to write home about though. ;)
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Latest post on 28 February 2012 - 15:43
Thank you so much ladies for u your advices. Gonna check on Facebook. Green-ish which Ergo do you have the original one? I tried both the original and the organic one the other day and the fabric of the original seems a bit rough... I have the original...a friend has the organic. Mine has been through the washing machine (allegedly a big NO NO! lol) and after the first wash, it felt exactly the same as the organic (still does a few washes later. :D ).
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Latest post on 28 February 2012 - 14:14
Gross Bundles. Where's the vomit smilie??? xxx
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Latest post on 28 February 2012 - 14:09
Assuming she's healthy and knows her basic gynac history, there's nothing she *needs* to do except to start taking a folic acid supplement. Her GP would be a great starting point to talk about the local system for tests, OB's, hospital choice etc. It would be advisable for her to thoroughly check her insurance coverage too! Some policies do not cover maternity at all. Some cover only some hospitals. Some don't cover specific tests.
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Latest post on 28 February 2012 - 12:11
You'll love it!! Istanbul is AMAZING!!!
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Latest post on 28 February 2012 - 12:10
LOL...She's Al Quwatain now. errr...I don't think so. If you two are one and the same, I wouldn't have picked it either! I'd have guessed AQ was someone else altogether...
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Latest post on 28 February 2012 - 12:09
I agree with litc. Definitely go for Lira and withdraw the money once you're there.
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Latest post on 28 February 2012 - 11:45
Thanks twin butterfly :) However my cramps are quite frequent. Especially when Im sleeping and need to change position, I can feel sharp pangs in the incision area. Is that normal too? TIA Do you know what that sounds like to me??? Exactly as I felt after I had my appendix out. Lol...different ballgame, I know! My GP told me I had an "adhesion"...a band of scar tissue internally that can attach itself to an organ and cause (in my case anyway) extreme sharp pain during certain movements. I'd say there's nothing 'normal' about your particular pain and you might want to have a chat with your GP or OB. My adhesion righted itself with time, but more severe ones may require surgery.
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Latest post on 28 February 2012 - 11:03
To be 100% sure, I'd steer clear of any sushi as even prepared salads and cold rice can be risky unless you KNOW they are fresh, handled hygienically and stored safely. If you can order hot meal options, go for that and have a lovely night. :)
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Latest post on 28 February 2012 - 10:59
Thanks CoffeeGal for the info but I won't be able to attend this workshop as I'm flying on holiday on the 9th. So I need to buy one pretty soon. The boba is pretty much the same as the ergo but a bit bigger and with foot rest. Do you think your child would like that option or is it useless? Please help me:) I have the Ergo and love it. I've used it for three babies, and it's still going strong. Even my husband has happily carried a baby or toddler in it. :D I tried the boba last year with my little one (just satisfying curiosity!) and she refused to keep her feet in it...that may just be because she's so used to the Ergo though. ;) The one accessory for the Ergo that I highly recommend is the Front Pouch. Between that and the pocket in the carrier, you don't need to carry anything else and have two hands free.
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Latest post on 28 February 2012 - 10:51
Thanks Green-ish, my daughter is alomst 12 months old. I was assured by a pharmacist in the UK snuffle baby would be fine for her. I've tried olbas oil but find it a bit harsh on my nostrils let alone hers? Just wondered if anyone had seen the rub in the pharmacy? Sorry...I didn't realise "snuffle baby" was a brand name. I thought you had a snuffly baby. ;) Straight Olbas oil is very strong, that's why I use the bowl of hot water or humidifier. :) Saline does work wonders and no questions there about safety. I hope you find something you are happy to use.
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Latest post on 28 February 2012 - 04:07
How old is your little one? Some of those preparations are not recommended for really little babies. The most readily available and brilliant is Olbas Oil (at all pharmacies)...I used to put it in a bowl of hot water near the cot when the babies were tiny, then occasionally put just a few drops on their sheet or pj's once they were over 12 months. Olbas Oil is also brilliant in a humidifier (if the machine can take oils) or in a Goodsphere. ETA: Plain saline drops (also at all pharmacies) is the safest way to clear little nasal passages. <em>edited by Green-ish on 28/02/2012</em>
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Latest post on 28 February 2012 - 04:03
Hi doublestar. Congratulations on your pregnancy. :) I delivered at Latifa (Al Wasl) a couple of years ago, which might as well be decades ago the way things change there! The one thing I learnt early on, and always suggest to others with concerns like yours...either visit or call the hospital and ask for the direct contact details for either the Head of Antenatal Care or the Head of Midwifery. You may need to be rather insistent! Your next port of call could be the Nursing Unit Manager. The CEO of the hospital is a lovely man who surrounds himself with really good senior staff. If you can talk to them, they will know what's actually happening in the hospital at the moment and the current policies as relevant to you. Overall, I was happy with my care in the gov't system, especially at my local clinic, but I found some of the OB's at Latifa to be appalling! It's worth getting to know the management team and insisting on OB's who actually know what they are talking about! Best wishes for the birth of your little ones. :)
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Latest post on 27 February 2012 - 12:24
I'm a big fan of the bulkhead row. Even if the little one can't sleep in the bassinet, it's great for holding the tonnes of 'stuff' we seem to need. Keeping the bassinet up, people can't use it as an aisle either. ;) The legroom/crawlroom is invaluable on long flights. I've done the baby-on-my-lap in a regular seat...nightmare. Impossible to use the meal tray etc.
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Latest post on 27 February 2012 - 12:13
Where can I find good bras in Dubai? Most places that I look, stock underwired. I turn around and see a good design...and uhh...its underwired! I've been reading that its not advisable to wear underwired bras while you are breastfeeding, and anyways, I think I would be uncomfortable too. Not particular about getting nursing bras, as most of them that I have found are quite expensive. Not very keen on spending a lot on bras right now! But yeah, if they come affordable...definitely. So pls help....let me know where I can get some good non-underwired bras. Thanks!! :) To be honest, you really do need purpose built nursing bras. It's near impossible and very uncomfortable to nurse in a regular bra. It's important that the breast be fully supported by a bra but completely 'free' for nursing. Under-wires are fine as long as they fit properly...and most of us don't wear properly fitted bras. ;)
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Latest post on 27 February 2012 - 10:10
I would suggest taking your current bunny to a vet (Nad Al Sheba??) before getting another one. You need to be sure she hasn't picked up anything contagious from the one that died. :( Once you have a clean bill of health, contact Laura at Posh Paws...she probably has rabbits needing homes.
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Latest post on 26 February 2012 - 16:22
Ouch. I cannot believe we gave all our dehumidifiers away before we left... As long as you run the AC you won't need them as the AC makes the air very dry. In fact, many of us with small children have to buy humidifiers to compensate when the little ones are unwell. ;)
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Latest post on 26 February 2012 - 16:20
Do you have a hutch for them that could be transported somewhere else? I'm sure there will be many families who'd have children happy to look after the little furry ones for you. You might need to try a message on the main board to catch someone who can help. If you go that route, I'd suggest having the family/children over for some lessons on handling, cleaning cage, feeding etc. :)
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Latest post on 26 February 2012 - 09:18
A closed up house and no AC is a definite mould risk because the humidity is so high over the summer. I've known many people to turn the AC off, go away for the summer and come home to everything covered in mould. Fans are much cheaper to run than AC as you don't have the refrigeration unit kicking in and out...the windows to need to be open for fresh air circulation & to regulate humidity so just keep the Dubai-dust-factor in mind. ;)
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Latest post on 26 February 2012 - 09:12
Oh no! It was Jon that went missing some time ago wasn't it? He'll come home. He knows where the free food is. :)
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Latest post on 25 February 2012 - 11:56
Online! Finding a specific item can be so frustrating in Dubai! [url=http://www.beachfactory.com/category_Children%92s%20Sun%20Hats.html'>sun hats[/url'>
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Latest post on 25 February 2012 - 08:36
We've just finished building the chicken coop and put the first two pullets in. :D Absolutely BUCKETING rain here at the moment so it's been a rather soggy adventure! What's in store for you today?
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Latest post on 25 February 2012 - 08:20
Afternoon over here. :D But, good morning n-i-p!
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Latest post on 25 February 2012 - 08:19
... Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal. ~From a headstone in Ireland That's just beautiful Mariana. I'm so sorry for your loss Alison. Love and prayers for you and your family.
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Latest post on 25 February 2012 - 08:16
We've gone through a couple of options on our dogs - very expensive about 170 pounds for a collar that has a citronella spray - it didn't work at all - then from motor city pet shop there is a vibrating collar about 150 dh's - worked a bit but the dogs used up the batteries very quickly. I've tried spraying water in their faces -that didn't work. My dogs aren't that bad but get very excited when we have unknown visitors walk around the garden and nervous delivery men! Sounds like it's time for a behaviourist to come to the rescue. Verity is amazing...perhaps give her a shout on the pets forum? Gadgets like collars are short term solutions. They don't cure the behaviour or get to the reason why it's happening. ;)
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Latest post on 25 February 2012 - 07:21
Your problem, nath, is that the urine will have soaked right through and be dried onto the surfaces under the carpet. Cat urine is stubborn stuff!! My brother-in-law ended up having to rip the carpets out of his tenanted house before he could re-let it as the wee was all through the carpet & underlay and stained the concrete underneath. No matter what he did, the smell came back. To be free of it, you may have to pull the carpet up and clean under it or even get someone to replace the carpet.
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Latest post on 25 February 2012 - 07:16
A quick search came up with this one... http://ths.gardenweb.com/forums/load/petdebate/msg1013260223390.html I'm just not sure where you'd get peroxide in Dubai.
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Latest post on 25 February 2012 - 07:14
Oops...sorry AzaniaKhayaLam. I was always concerned about the raising, feeding and additives in local chicken so avoided it as much as possible.
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Latest post on 25 February 2012 - 07:13
For the past couple of weeks I did not see the French fresh farm chicken on the shelves in carrefour. This morning I managed to ask the section manager it seems the municipality rules that the shelf life of a fresh chicken should be 3 days, the French chicken was 7 days. So back to frozen tasteless chicken. Or have chicken less often, pay a bit more and eat the delicious chicken from Organics. It's worth the money over the revolting local stuff of questionable origin.
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Latest post on 25 February 2012 - 06:43
We've had lots of goldfish over the years, some of them lived for over 5 years! Our rough rules have always been... - feed once a day as much as they can eat in 2 mins - replace one third of the water once a week (be sure to use water conditioner in the new water to remove chlorine) - clean the filter monthly, or more often if the tank is small or overcrowded - use a gravel cleaner when changing the water ( like this - http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/260811125586?hlp=false ) Using one of these means most of the filth is cleaned out and you never have to do a full water change. This leaves some of the good bacteria in the tank and allows it all to find it's own balance. - use a magnetic cleaner that would scrape the inside of the glass before changing water ( http://tiny.cc/2xt17 ) Goldfish are fairly hardy and will cope with mild variations in water temp. Be careful not to have the tank under an AC vent where it will cool too low and too quickly when the AC kicks in. The only goldfish disaster we had was when we had the 'fashionable' large, tall vase-style tank for our fish. Sure it looked pretty, but the narrow deep tank is just too much for their wee swim bladders. :( Our last goldfish used to eat from our hands (cooled, mashed, boiled peas were a favourite). :D edited by Green-ish on 25/02/2012 <em>edited by Green-ish on 25/02/2012</em>
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Latest post on 25 February 2012 - 06:33
there was a recent study on this (will try and find) and it showed they understand a lot, much earlier than you'd think. I would absolutely think he understands "mama" and much much more Given that if you start sign language from birth, they can use it by the time they are 6-9 months old, they understand a LOT more than we realise. :)
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Latest post on 23 February 2012 - 12:21
She may well be over whatever it was that upset her tummy. Mine have sometimes had just the one vomit then gone back to normal. My rule has always been little-and-often for 24 hours after a vomit though. Keep gentle food and clear fluids up but in small amounts in case her tummy overloads and throws it all up again.
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Latest post on 19 February 2012 - 12:41
Oh PJ...I'm so sorry you had this experience. The older I get, the less tolerance I have for people who don't present themselves in a 'professional' way. Staff or volunteers at any business or shelter etc MUST remember that every single time they speak to a member of the public, they are representing their organisation. Even if the caller says something ridiculous or offensive, they must speak calmly and with respect. It's easy to politely end a conversation with absolutely no need for shouting or disrespect. Now, after saying all of that, we also need to keep in mind that what may sound like shouting or rudeness to someone from one part of the world may actually be a pretty normal tone of conversation to someone from another country. I mean absolutely no disrespect with the following gross generalisations, but this is my experience... - I have watched conversations between Arabic people who appear to be screaming at each other and gesturing wildly in an aggressive manner, then they burst out laughing, hug warmly and go their separate ways. :) - As a very laid back Aussie, I find the 'manner' of many Europeans and Indians quite abrupt and seemingly 'rude'...I now put this down to a combination of some of the nuances of conversation being lost in translation and basic cultural differences. Whatever the reason for the anger you received from the person on the other end of the phone, I hope you continue in your search for a dog that really needs a loving home. Keep in mind that many people call shelters looking for a specific breed of dog, simply trying to avoid paying for one and they don't actually know anything about that breed. I think ALL of the shelters are particularly protective of breeds like huskies which just shouldn't be there in the first place. They work VERY hard to find really good, knowledgeable homes for them so they don't end up abandoned again. Maybe next time you call you could try starting with some of the knowledge you have gained about huskies and just what you can provide for one? I would even give that same rescue group a call and you may get a very different response next time... <em>edited by Green-ish on 19/02/2012</em>
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Latest post on 19 February 2012 - 12:25
My baby is over 2 yrs old now, but my 6 week check-up was with the nurses at our local clinic. I went because I got on so well with the staff there and I knew they wanted to meet the baby. :) There wasn't really a 'check-up' at all...we just had a chat, cooed over the baby and I left. The six week check-up is mostly for you, not so much the baby. If you are well, seeing your GP and have no worries & baby is under the care of a good paed, I think you can skip the clinic check-up without too much drama.
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Latest post on 19 February 2012 - 12:19
Assuming he's doing all he can to take care of his health (diet, exercise, appropriate medication etc) it sounds to me like he needs some serious cognitive therapy from a good psychologist. The trick is to learn little mind exercises that stop the negative thought pattern and help to calm the person. It may only take a few sessions...
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Latest post on 17 February 2012 - 15:38
Best to call the consulate and get the latest information. For one of my daughters we had to wait nearly six weeks just for an appointment; for my other daughter we got an appointment within a week. It all changes day to day depending on how many applications they have in the queue. Six weeks from birth is a 'usual' wait time for birth certificates, attestation, citizenship by descent and passport issue....that's if you get a move on. It all seems to take forever!
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Latest post on 16 February 2012 - 18:14
New Look always used to sell very long singlet (vest) tops and strapless tops for cheap and cheerful layering. Lol...been a while since I was there though!
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Latest post on 16 February 2012 - 18:07
I hate to be the only person to say this, but before you even get into kennels, please I hope you're not considering 'buying' these puppies from a pet shop or any of the so called 'breeders' here. :( You're not the only one to think it. xx
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Latest post on 16 February 2012 - 18:06
You're most welcome M. Apart from two very short breaks, we spent five summers in Dubai with at least one toddler in the family every year! I became a bit of a master at Summer Survival Skills on a Budget. ;) Another favourite was to fill a bucket with water, add food colouring and give the little ones a big paint brush. Painting the house is SO much fun. :D One of my friends had a wonderful idea...clear plastic shower curtains hung outside against a wall, somewhere shady. The children paint them with water based paints and make great big wall murals. When they are finished, hose it all off, ready to decorate another day. You can do the same on glass sliding doors.
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Latest post on 16 February 2012 - 17:51
I would like to know one agency which is available for 2 hs. The one I have will only go there for 3 or more. Thanks It's a long time now since I left Cedre villas, but every agency I called had a minimum 3 hr fee. One was 3 hour min plus travel time! Sorry, I don't remember which ones I called...
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Latest post on 16 February 2012 - 17:48
Adult dogs in kennels is one thing, puppies is another. I'm going to be brutally honest and ask you to [u'>please[/u'> really think about bringing these puppies into your family now. Especially when they are young, they need stability and their 'family' around them. Chi's are often very nervous little dogs and you may be setting yourself up for disaster. I think it's a little irresponsible to take on such young dogs then leave them for such a long time. Three months is an eternity to them. (different if circumstances change unexpectedly...) If you are determined to take them on, I think the only fair option is to secure boarding in a home, with a family for them and you want to have that sorted before you adopt them. You could take them with you but the flights will be very stressful for them...again, nervous little dogs by nature.
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Latest post on 16 February 2012 - 12:27
Summer with the little ones is challenging, but lots of us have done it many times. :) Do you know of any other children near by who will also be home? Even a once-a-week outing to someone's home for a playdate breaks it all up. Otherwise, it's pretty easy to fill the day at that age. Just meal prep, eating and nap/s take up half the day so for the other few hours... - read stories - do simple puzzles - water play (paddling pool or in the bath)...play with different sized containers, filling and emptying them - playdough - painting...with brushes, finger-painting, hand and foot prints, potato or sponge prints - empty out a packet of cornflour, mix with a little water than spread random dots of food colouring...feels gorgeously cool & squishy and they love watching the colours change as they mix - blocks or Lego Duplo - play music and dance (Justine Clarke is fabulous for the little ones...her music DVD is great too) - give her little tasks to 'help' with the meal prep...she may eat more than she adds to the meal, but it helps develop her interest in healthy meals - get hold of some big boxes for her to hide in...throw a sheet over and she has an exciting cubby house - print out some big pictures of animals and she can visit a 'virtual zoo'...put the pictures up on a wall or fridge and she can 'visit' them all while practising their names and sounds (ETA: do the same with pictures of family members, flowers etc) - tape some materials of different texture onto the floor (preferably a rug or carpet)...she'll loves crawling and walking on them...some smooth, some crunchy (foil, cellophane, plastic etc), soft, rough etc etc - let her play with a set of brightly coloured flash cards...alphabet, numbers, shapes etc. So much to do, so few HOT months to do them in. ;) <em>edited by Green-ish on 16/02/2012</em>
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Latest post on 15 February 2012 - 14:49
Mushrif Park is always open to everyone. Pack bikes if you have them...cycle for miles and miles then have a picnic. It's a MASSIVE, gorgeous, natural park. ETA: 10dhs per car entry from memory edited by Green-ish on 15/02/2012 is it near to Mirdiff ? i will try this friday , thx Yes...on Airport/Khawaneej Rd. My tip on a Friday is to get there early. It gets very busy in the gorgeous weather! If you have children with you, make sure you find the rides and the miniature houses. :D
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Latest post on 15 February 2012 - 13:52
Hi mummies, where does one buy washable non toxic paint for your LOs? TIA x ELC :)
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Latest post on 15 February 2012 - 13:51
Great advice from kkc...it's all about fit. Poorly fitted underwire bras are not a good idea for anyone, let alone during pregnancy. ;) For those who loathe their non-underwire, nursing bras...there are some great underwire bras available now. eg http://www.bellaforma.com.au/shop/Smoothing-Underwire-Nursing-Bra-pr-17827.html Google and online shopping seems to be the way (IF you know your correct size ;) Check returns policies.)
 
 
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