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Latest post on 29 August 2011 - 12:09
Ali McBeal Seinfeld ugly Betty Friends <em>edited by imolinar on 29/08/2011</em>
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Latest post on 21 August 2011 - 16:28
anyone?
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Latest post on 20 August 2011 - 08:19
I think it is hard to sell baby clothes, people usually get lots of them as gifts. Also during the babyshop sale and Lulu, Red Tag sell them so cheap that I personally wouldn't bother with second hand.
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Latest post on 15 August 2011 - 09:54
I notice many products are way more expensive there than in Carre4 or Lulu.
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Latest post on 14 August 2011 - 11:16
The driving in Canada is generally nice, except in Toronto. I really hate the 401. It is the busiest highway in North America and you can bump into traffic jumps there even on Sunday. Rental prices in Toronto are very high, and many houses are very old. I had a terrible experience there. House full of rats, humidity, etc. It is better to live in the outskirts.
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Latest post on 08 August 2011 - 11:28
where do you get this card?
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Latest post on 08 August 2011 - 09:52
I heard Mark and Spencers is good but I am also going to check as I am due next month.
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Latest post on 05 August 2011 - 22:19
I just called and they said there is a sale in Sharjah!
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Latest post on 04 August 2011 - 18:49
anyone?
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Latest post on 04 August 2011 - 09:57
Thanks ladies for your replies. It makes me feel more at easy as I think I can handle it. I already have some lady that comes and cleans and my husband will be at home with me for 2 weeks, plus he is self employed so if needed he can reduce his normal hours.
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Latest post on 03 August 2011 - 12:36
agree with Alison_T, I also found the seat space smaller, and felt like a sandwich and I a petite person.
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Latest post on 02 August 2011 - 16:06
Are you active, exercising??. I find that being active, doing yoga, swimming really helps. I am 34 weeks and so far no back pain and can sleep all night long.
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Latest post on 30 July 2011 - 20:35
My DH opened a scented oil and splash some oil on the table, which I happened to discover the next day :( Now I have some white spots on the table. Does anyone know how to fix it???. I want to kill my DH :(
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Latest post on 30 July 2011 - 09:21
Thinking of buying a Quinny Zapp xtra stroller for my newborn. Any reviews please?. I thought it was light, easy to push, etc, but dont know how practical and durable it will be. Also, we are planning to do some traveling by plane next year, so the stroller needs to be practical for traveling.
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Latest post on 28 July 2011 - 12:58
I saw one at Toys' are us in the baby session.
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Latest post on 17 July 2011 - 07:59
I think they actually lasted too long. I always thought that marriage was kind of weird....
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Latest post on 13 July 2011 - 17:34
We are going to dragon mart this weekend to get some stuff for the new apartment. Could anyone tell me what sections are the best for: - balcony/garden stuff - Nursery stickers decoration Thank you.
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Latest post on 10 July 2011 - 14:32
not necessarily plus 2. i am size 0-2 in USA and 8-10 UK. It depends on the brand as well.
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Latest post on 07 July 2011 - 10:03
I went through a variety of bath options, we didn't give our baby his first bath until he was around 10 days old and I then bathed him in a tummy-tub , basically a bucket with a molded base that they sit in in fetal postion, he liked it but I found it a bit awkward. We had been given one of those baths with the molded bottom but when my mum arrived she went out and bought the bigger mothercare one with the foam insert and showed me the best way to hold him which is to put your left hand (if you are right handed) under his neck and shoulder and grips his right arm at the top (so he is supported by your wrist and forearm) you then have one hand free to wash the baby and he can't wriggle away.) You can keep this grip and use your other arm when lifting him in and out. You need a very warm room, I always bathed him (born August) on the balcony outside so he was nice and warm and also got a good dose of vitamin D via sunlight. I put the bath on the outdoor table, you don't tend to have spillage because they don't wriggle much as a newborn but a table top is ideal if, like me you end up having a c-section (and probably saves your back either way). Before the bath lays some towels down to pop your baby on afterwards for some nudey time and massage. Also lay out everything you'll need (ie change of clothes, nappy, towels) Mine always liked being bathed but some feel a bit exposed, a warm wet facecloth on their chest during the bath can be comforting (I guess it feels a bit like a hand on them) To wash him we used a soft sponge (can buy from baby shops) and only ever used cetaphil to wash him, no shampoos or lotions and def nothing perfumed. Actually the balcony idea seems good, but I am on the ground floor and people will be able to see us!
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Latest post on 07 July 2011 - 10:01
I bathed my baby in the bathroom sink, she was tiny and she hated to be undressed and bathed. So, even though I had a baby bath, filling it up for the whole 30 seconds she was in it was not worth it. When she got bigger I bathed with her in the big bath and we both grew to love the special time. If space is an issue I have seen fold away baby baths in JustKidding, they are the same as a conventional bath but fold flat when you are not using it. I dont have sapce problems, it is the counter in the bathroom that is not big enough to put a tub on top. If you use the bathroom sink, how do you prevent the baby from hitting the faucet?.
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Latest post on 07 July 2011 - 09:59
It all depends on what you're comfortable with actually. Some have bathed their babies in the kitchen sink (I never did but common practice back home). I bought a baby bath tub from mothercare but also bought one of those mesh loungers for the bath as well. I preferred the mesh lounger because then I didn't worry about having the baby slip away from me when wet. I put the tub on the bathroom floor or in the actual adult tub. One he got a little too long for the baby bath I just put the mesh lounger in the adult bath. so, when you put the tub on the floor , how do you manage?, do you sit on the floor?.
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Latest post on 06 July 2011 - 09:28
bump. I also need to know as I am due in September and have almost nothing for the baby
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Latest post on 04 July 2011 - 05:48
sell it in Dubizzle, you will get more money. I sold mine, a small one with the regulator and hose for 100 dhs in one day, you could get more!
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Latest post on 29 June 2011 - 12:11
Bills are the same, the problem is that some places like Al Raha Gardens, they charge extra for AC cooling which is what cost so much.
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Latest post on 27 June 2011 - 05:47
I had the same problem. The maintenance closed some vent that connected both apartments. It did not remove the whole smoke but it helped a lot. It looks like there i no law to stop the smokers :( Fortunately the neighbor moved before I got pregnant.
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Latest post on 26 June 2011 - 12:22
can you get the curtains done the same day?. We live in Abu Dhabi.
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Latest post on 25 June 2011 - 16:49
where do you return the bottles once you dont need them anymore?. Do you ge the deposit back?. I am moving to a new building and no gas allowed.
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Latest post on 22 June 2011 - 13:08
Next to the Mazyad Mall in MBZ city, there are some hotels apartments, I think called "Vision", and they charge 8K per month for a 2-bed furnished, the apartments have nice finishes and lots of free parking outside.
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Latest post on 18 June 2011 - 09:05
Green Emirates is very good with the maintenance of their buildings, I heard the same from better Homes but no idea.
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Latest post on 20 May 2011 - 06:18
Thank you, do you remember the name of the agency?.
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Latest post on 17 May 2011 - 11:37
I am expecting a baby boy in early september, starting to show finally!!....
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Latest post on 17 May 2011 - 11:36
I am expecting a baby boy in September, and I will have to go back to work after 2 months. I dont think anyone from our families can help after that :( I have been really thinking on what to do, and I think I decided to go for a nursery, unless I get a nanny that has worked for someone I know which can be hard. My colleages (local ladies) had recommended me a nursery close to work where they accept babies and they are always open and the hours are similar to ours. They seem to be happy about that choice as they do not trust any maid/nanny. So, I would like to hear from working moms that have babies in nurseries. Good and bad experiences. Thank you
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Latest post on 15 May 2011 - 19:31
One of friends is going to have her baby shower the day we are going on holidays, I really wanted to go and buy something nice for the baby. Should I send her a gift with someone to the baby shower, or go to her house after/before the shower and give her the gift, or wait till the baby is born??.
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Latest post on 15 May 2011 - 14:45
Acid folic is very important, also go to the gyn to get checked fro rubeola, etc. she/he will tell you the best way to get ready.
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Latest post on 15 May 2011 - 10:20
I think they kind of know, but deny it. I cannot believe they dont know no matter what they say.
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Latest post on 12 May 2011 - 17:20
Could please anyone share recent experiences with ASOS delivery using the free delivery?. How long did it take?. I would like to buy something but I need it delivered in 2 weeks, would be possible?
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Latest post on 11 May 2011 - 12:54
Thanks a lot for the replies, I will for sure take them into account. I am not actually buying a crib, i meant a cot (english is not my first language so sometimes I dont know the proper term).
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Latest post on 11 May 2011 - 09:31
So, I am trying to figure out what I need to buy for my first baby boy. could you please help me???. Thank you. -Bodysuits? (how many??). Do I also need pants, shirts???. -Do you need mittens, hats, socks, booties? (how many??) -Sleeping clothes??, same as day clothes but baby sleeping in a sleeping bag? -How many receiving blankets, bibs??? -Any other clothes? -Towels?, how many? -If I decide on cloth diapers, how many? -Diaper bag -Crib -Bedding, what is enough?, bumper and bed sheets is enough??. Or do I need comforter, pillow,etc?? -Crib mattress protector -How many bottles? -Bottle sterilizer? - Mobile for crib -Stroller -Car seat -Basket for baby to sleep around the house or out. -Electric pump double (since I am going back to work), plus storage bags/bottles? -Nipple cream, breast pads -Maternity pads -Bath tub -What toiletries? (shampoo, soap, powder, baby wipes, ???) -Changing mat -Baby support pillow so he wont flip -Nursery pillow -Swing? -Baby monitor? -Baby toys? -Baby gym? -Pacifier? -Anything else?
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Latest post on 09 May 2011 - 12:37
I have that type of stove for more than 3 years and going great. The gas ignition never sticks and works great.
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Latest post on 09 May 2011 - 05:40
Please tell me where, because I am looking for a nice 2-bed room for under 150K and it hasnt been easy!, they dont either have facilities or not well maintained buildings, or too small!. There are not many choices edited by imolinar on 09/05/2011 <em>edited by imolinar on 09/05/2011</em>
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Latest post on 08 May 2011 - 19:11
I just bought some pants/skirts size 8 at M&S. They are not maternity, but they have elastic which I think are more comfortable, and they are reasonable priced and good to wear for the office.
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Latest post on 08 May 2011 - 17:11
The apartments at Park Rotana Complex are very nice, there's a large swimming pool and a small gym. Last I heard, they were about 140,000, however,prices are coming down all the time. Still going for 140K!
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Latest post on 08 May 2011 - 14:24
For 100K you wont get anything nice. You could only get a 2-bed apartment in MBZ city in the etihad compound but it is hard to get as they are very popular, otherwise you expected to expect at least 130K for a nice one. Or an apartment in a villa in Khalifa city but I dont know how good nice they are.
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Latest post on 07 May 2011 - 19:40
I would be happy if they would ban people being naked on the beach. Last time in the fall, we saw this gay couple walking up and down the beach naked. Not an nice view btw!!!
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Latest post on 03 May 2011 - 11:44
My pants are the same style. I just leave them opened and unzip as my belly is getting bigger. I use the belly band to keep the pants from falling down. I could not find a belly band my size (in AD) so I had to make one by cutting the legs of some legging shorts, you may have more luck finding your size in Dubai. This place Nojo in Mina center AD has small sizes, but the prices are steep. I cannot justify paying 300+ dhs for pants I would only wear for 4 months. Style Studio has small sizes as I bought one there and only 70 dhs, the problem is that I dont like the style (front panel) but you may. Good luck, and if you find some please let me know as I am still looking.
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Latest post on 03 May 2011 - 10:57
I am 21 weeks and still looking as nobody seems to carry small sizes. I have to use a belly band to use my regular pants unziped. If you are medium/large size I have seen some at Mothercare, Maxx,and Style Studio, I think they have a branch in Lancy Plaza. In Abu Dhabi I have seen at Madinat Zayed at 9 months (price around 100 dhs), Nojo at Mina Center (price around 300 dhs), and also at Mazyad mall they have some maternity office pants from Turkey (price around 100 dhs).
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Latest post on 27 April 2011 - 14:07
by the way, do you know the cost of the scan?.
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Latest post on 27 April 2011 - 14:06
Ok, thanks, good to know, unfortunately my Oman insurance only covers 50% when not on the network :( So upsetting since I work for one of the rich oli companies in Abu Dhabi. <em>edited by imolinar on 27/04/2011</em>
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Latest post on 27 April 2011 - 10:29
I also see her, and she gave me a referal for the fetal center in Dubai, it is called morphology scan. I didnt even ask her , she gave me the referal yesterday during my 20 week visit.
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Latest post on 25 April 2011 - 17:45
Go to Debenhams or Marks & Spencers or H&M or Zara or Massimo Dutti or any of the ohter 100 clothes' stores and buy the next size than what you normally wear ..... or the next.... should do the trick. I tried that and ended up looking like I'd raided my husband's wardrobe, and the clothes were still tight on my belly. Sometimes you do really need bits that were made for a pregnant belly - bigger sizes are just meant for bigger people! :D I agree, plus my belly is the one growing, my hips are not growing much. I dont look pregnant from behind. I am wearing the belly band with my regular pants but it is not that comfortable. I actually had to make it myself since I could not find a belly band my size.
 
 
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