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Latest post on 26 April 2011 - 09:05
I think you're right continuing to breasfeed your baby. You cannot stop breastfeeding her if she doesn't accept other food. I had a similar problem with mine for 1/2 month(s). I continued breasfeeding her in the morning when she wakes up. Around 10, I give her a yoghurt. Then at 1, I give her vegetables purees, since she doesn't like vegetables, I give her one spoon of fruits puree or yoghurt plus 2 spoons of vegetables. I repeat the same process at 4/5. If she doesn't eat much, I breasfeed her. During the night, only breasfeeding. She prefers much better breastfeeding but I prefer giving her first vegetables, fruits and yoghurt and then add breastmilk if necessary. I completely agree with the persons who said that adults are different, so are babies. Genetics is also important. <em>edited by KB75 on 26/04/2011</em>
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Latest post on 25 April 2011 - 14:32
Thank you Ecossedl, I understand now
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Latest post on 24 April 2011 - 18:08
Thanks ladies for all your answers.
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Latest post on 24 April 2011 - 18:07
We have used Explorer for the past 2yrs. We pay 2200dhs/mth and that covers everything for the maid (them sponsoring her, providing medical insurance, flights home, etc). Unfortunately, she only gets 750dhs of that. I know that's absolutely terrible and I don't agree with it, but she was aware of that when she agreed to work for them and we do give her additional money when we feel it's appropriate. It was working for us at first - we liked the idea that if things didn't work out we'd just call the agency and get a replacement. Our first maid last 1yr 9mths before we found it necessary to get a replacement. Unfortunately, the replacements were ****!!! We have gone through a couple of replacements in the past 3mths. The reason they're so rubbish is because the don't really want to be maids to begin with and the agency didn't have anyone else available - so you just get what they have!!! Unfortunately, that's not working for us anymore! I'm now opting to go without a maid until I can find the right one. Which is not the perfect situation as I have 2 small children and expecting a 3rd. But I'm so over the hassle, that I'd rather go without than deal with the add stress everyday! (We'll see how long I can actually go without before going crazy :D Why have you decided after 1 year and 9 months that the first maid is not good enough.? What happened exactly? Sorry if I'm too curious but I really want to understand.
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Latest post on 24 April 2011 - 15:34
I have had Sri Lankan maids before - and have been burnt a few times. Filipina maids - maybe - but too many stories of those with "i'am here for you sit" that I give up ... Who knows - might change my mind. So thought I'd give an Indonesian maid a try ... Do you have a preference on nationality? No, I don't have any preference on nationality but was wonering why everybody has a preference. I put an ad in Expat Woman and all the maids who called me asked me first for my nationality. I don't like judging people according to their nationality and I don't even ask them what is their nationality. But, maybe, I'll do it too.
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Latest post on 24 April 2011 - 14:55
Has anyone else used this agency? Do u know when are they getting in more Indonesians ? Is there a reason why you prefer Indonesians? I'm just wandering since I'm also looking for a housemaid. TIA
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Latest post on 24 April 2011 - 14:54
I called these agencies early in this morning. They told me they will send me information by e-mail. I'm still waiting for them. Do you know serious ones please? Thanks in advance.
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Latest post on 24 April 2011 - 10:03
Thank you. Did you use their services? What do you think about them?
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Latest post on 23 April 2011 - 15:56
Mine, when she wakes up, she looks for me, if she can't find me, she also screams. I've never thought it is problematic.
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Latest post on 23 April 2011 - 12:13
I would like to hire a full time maid through an agency who will sponsor the maid, will pay for her visa fees, holidays, health expenses and will be liable for her in the event she commits any offense. Could you please recommend me a good agency and give me if possible their contact details? Sorry for using capitals, I didn't mean to shout. Thanks in advance. <em>edited by KB75 on 23/04/2011</em>
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Latest post on 22 April 2011 - 22:02
I think it's better to see Dr. George Michaelidis at American Hospital (Dubai). He is very good, very nice and will not upset you for nothing. He's specialized in prenatal diagnosis.
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Latest post on 22 April 2011 - 12:44
I like a lot crème brûlée and macarons. But if I were you, I will just add fruits or fruits salad to the cheesecake.
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Latest post on 20 April 2011 - 13:58
There are several French schools here: Lycée Georges Pompidou and Aflec, they follow the French (and not Canadian) curriculum
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Latest post on 20 April 2011 - 13:55
Hi, I'm looking also for a full-time housemaid. I found this thread on expat woman: [url='>link[/url'>http://www.expatwoman.com/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=67260
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Latest post on 19 April 2011 - 13:49
im sorry but with five children and house to pack up her visa is not up till 4of july but can transfer 23rd june at earliest:) but if interested please email [email protected] I understand. I need one shortly but if I can't find a good one, then I will contact Chandi.
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Latest post on 19 April 2011 - 13:33
There is one voucher for a brunch at Thyme restaurant JBR.
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Latest post on 19 April 2011 - 11:33
Thank you. Is it possible to release her before end of June?
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Latest post on 19 April 2011 - 11:09
I'm also interested in hiring a new maid and I want somebody who has very good recommentations. So please, provide me with her phone number so I can contact her. Thanks
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Latest post on 19 April 2011 - 11:06
Woke up in the morning to a crying maid who keeps saying she wants to go home. Spoke to the agenty - they will call their agent in Srilanka and send someone to her village to check if her accident stories were true - but this is not much use for us now. They will replace her but we will lose our visa money (only paid 2 working days ago!) She even asked to be taken to the Srilankan embassy. I don't understand. This lady is crazy - they'll probably put her in a shelter whilst in our home she's living in an en-suite bedroom! And I'm not going to give her passport back just like that? I dont know what to do now. Return to agency and lose visa money? Call embassy and ask them to take her away? What do you want to do else? I'm sure she's lying or she's crazy so better to get rid of her. What's the value of 6,000 dirhams compared to your serenity. Really, I lost much more than that with my former maid and I'm very happy now (much more than when she was at home). If I were you, I will just let my husband carry out all the necessary actions to get rid of her. Think about your baby, pregnancy and the delivery are tiring enough without having to add such problems in your life. Good luck
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Latest post on 18 April 2011 - 21:01
The law provides one ticket per year, and the sample contract used in Dubai provides that if you terminate the contract you have to pay one ticket + one month salary regardless the one year work is completed or not. But it's better to double check the contract and / or call the immigration or the labor office. I called them couple of months ago and they were nice and helpfull. But I was told in this forum that if she finds another sponsor then you don't have to pay the ticket.
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Latest post on 18 April 2011 - 20:34
Sorry, I don't agree. if you terminate the contract, then she is entitled to one flight plus one month salary. If she terminates the contract, then you do not have to pay her anything. You can check that in her contract. Regarding the deposit of 2,000 dirhams, you can recover it if you cancel her visa and she leaves the country or is under another sponsorship. Good luck <em>edited by KB75 on 18/04/2011</em>
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Latest post on 18 April 2011 - 10:47
Good luck!!!!
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Latest post on 16 April 2011 - 20:00
Or, if you don't want to loose your money and think you can trust her with the baby, you can just be honest with her and tell her that you know that she's lying, and she has to stop that if she wants to stay here.
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Latest post on 16 April 2011 - 19:57
Hi Lucy, Of course, it's not genuine. I'm not even she's really married. I don't understand why you hired her after her former employer told you this story. But, I understand since I made the same mistake than you, I was too nice. Can you really trust her with your baby? Do you think you can let such a liar staying alone with your baby? My former maid was also lying a lot. I decided not renewing her contract at the end of the year or terminating her contract if I find a job because I couldn't trust her and I couldn't let her alone with my baby. But then, she began refusing to do the housework. I think that when an employee creates more problems than he/she resolves, it's time for him/her to leave. Have you ensured with the agency that they will replace her for free in case you're not happy with her. By the way, can you plase provide us with the name of this agency.
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Latest post on 14 April 2011 - 12:44
We did the tour with Arabian Nights: we really liked the dune bashing, our guide was very nice. The shows were very good too, especially the derviche. The only thing that we didn't really appreciate was the food, it was just ok.
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Latest post on 13 April 2011 - 23:16
I don't remember the cost of the car insurance but I don't think it exceeded 70 dirhams. The cost of the entrance visa is now of 200 dirhams.
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Latest post on 13 April 2011 - 23:14
Just feel down in the dumps ...after failing once. Then I got alloted a teacher who goes on and on about how i dont know to control the wheel and says I will definitely fail in the next test ! I thought the instructors are meant to encourage you and correct your faults So I changed my instructor for the second last class and this teacher says my driving is fine and that I only need to be careful while lane changing . I should have probably skipped the last class but since I had paid I went for the class with the original teacher .Again she was on and on and now my confidence has taken a beating and dont feel like going to my driving test next thursday :( Do you think this teacher is fair or not? Do you think she's helping you to improve your driving skills? If not, ask for another teacher. Just be confident, I'm sure you will pass it next time.
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Latest post on 13 April 2011 - 16:58
So sad, I hope you will feel better soon.
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Latest post on 13 April 2011 - 11:03
Which type of documents have you thrown? If these documents are the ones relating to the sale of your house, you can ask your notaire, maybe he has a copy of the documents.
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Latest post on 12 April 2011 - 17:33
You can call them at the following phone number, maybe they can help you to find the location. Good luck Ministry for Foreign Affairs Foreign Minister: Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan The Minister of State: Dr Mohammed Anwar Gargash (also Minister of State for Federal National Council Affairs) Abu Dhabi, POB: 1; Tel: 02 4444488; Fax: 02 4447766 Dubai, POB: 3785; Tel: 04 2221144; Fax: 04 2280979
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Latest post on 11 April 2011 - 22:03
Nimonemo, maybe it's peanuts for you but not for everybody and anyway it's up to you to decide what you want to give and what you want to keep. I always leave a tip but when a person decides to het himself/herself the tip, I ask for the change and then I don't leave a tip. <em>edited by KB75 on 11/04/2011</em>
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Latest post on 11 April 2011 - 21:56
It does not bother me at all. I think there are much more important things. Actually I usually leave the change (AED5-10-20) to the "nicest"person is attending me.... I do not understand your post, even if as you say "over the years adds up quite a large amount" I am sure the guy in the florist shop need it more than me. Maybe, he needs it more than you, and if you're ok with that, good. But maybe others prefer decide themselves if they want to leave a tip or not.
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Latest post on 11 April 2011 - 16:55
But they are not made in the UK, so why importing them from the UK and make us pay more fot the same items.
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Latest post on 11 April 2011 - 16:54
Don't be angry for that. My mother did exactly the same thing with the support of my husband, it's a question of generation. Finally, my baby accepts only breast. Good luck
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Latest post on 10 April 2011 - 10:15
You can explain to your son what will happen tonight. Just tell him that you have to leave tonight with his daddy and he will stay with a nanny but you will come back tonight too. For the nanny, I think you have to explain her that it's the first time that your son will be looked after by somebody who is not a member of the family, and what makes your son confortable.
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Latest post on 06 April 2011 - 18:22
Thanks a lot for your prompt replies. Sorry for not answering quickly, this thread was moved here and I haven't noticed it until now. Tru Blu, you're right for the television, I will ask them not let my baby watchinh TV, I also consider it's not good for babies to watch TV. Zannie and SSP, do you know if they accept 7/8 month old baby?
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Latest post on 03 April 2011 - 22:36
Thank you, I don't know their exact name, I found their phone number on Internet and before going to visit the premises, I wanted to check if somebody knows this nursery here. In fact, I just need a nursery for few hours in a week. I'm looking for a job so sometimes when I have an interview, I need a babysitter for my baby. I don't want to disturb my friends so I decided to look for a nursery where I can send my baby for few hours. If I find a job, I don't know if I will continue with the nursery or find a nanny. But thank you for you list of questions, I'm sure I will use them.
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Latest post on 03 April 2011 - 19:56
Or could you please recommend to me a good nursery in the marina area. Thanks <em>edited by KB75 on 03/04/2011</em>
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Latest post on 03 April 2011 - 18:03
Hi, the clusters which are near the restaurants are Bahar, Rimal and Amwaj. There are few buildings which have better finishings, like Murjan 3, but they're also more expensive. Are you recommending the nursery of Al Bahar? Thanks. <em>edited by KB75 on 03/04/2011</em>
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Latest post on 03 April 2011 - 17:19
What do you think about this nursery for 7/8 months old baby. Thank you
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Latest post on 29 March 2011 - 18:05
Maybe I'm insane but I don't use tap water for cooking, except for washing vegetables. I came here whereas I was pregnant and I couldn't stand the smell of the tap water, that's why I continue using bottled water for cooking.
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Latest post on 29 March 2011 - 12:15
But if her visa was canceled by her previous sponsor, how is she remaining in the country? Does she not have 30 days after cancellation of sponsorship to leave? The sponsor chooses to let her stay or not for 30 days after the cancellation of the visa. But since the employer remains responsible for her during the period following the cancellation of the visa except if he sends her back home or she's sponsored by another person, a lot of people prefer not taking any risk, including the payment of UAR dirhams 50,000 fine.
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Latest post on 29 March 2011 - 12:10
Regarding the UAE dirhams 2,000: what was your agreement on that? Is it a giflt, an advance? You should check the provisions of her contract. I don't understand why she would be entitled only to a flight home only one time per 2 years. I heard that only UAE citizens are authorized to give their maids one flight home per 2 years.
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Latest post on 29 March 2011 - 12:07
This subject has already been discussed in a recent post in the maid part of the forum. According to the maids contract, a maid is entitled after having completed 12 months to (i) 30 days holidays, (ii) one ticket home, and (iii) one-month salary. She can prefer being paid in cash the airline ticket. So, your maid is not entitled to 2-month salary for her holidays. You can do it if you want to but it's a gift. I think if she completed her one-year contract, then it's better to give her at the same time the one-month salary (corresponding to the paid holidays) plus her ticket. Regarding the gratuity, in my understanding, it's something which has to be paid at the termination of the employment contract, its amount depends on the lenght of the contract of the maid. Anyway, I am not sure that the maids are entitled to gratuity, maybe it should be checked with the Ministry of Labor when you terminate her contract.
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Latest post on 29 March 2011 - 11:33
Thanks a lot girls, you are very help helpful.
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Latest post on 29 March 2011 - 09:10
Thanks a lot Nels. They're a little bit expensive for me.
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Latest post on 28 March 2011 - 22:47
Any information?
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Latest post on 28 March 2011 - 19:41
I've several times in Disneyland Paris and really enjoyed it. I cannot compare with the other Disney Parks since I've never been there. If you go to Paris and like parcs, you can go to Parc Asterix (30 kms from Paris), it's my favourite.
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Latest post on 28 March 2011 - 19:35
Hi everybody, I would like to learn arabic very quickly. I can already write and read arabic but I have no clue about the grammar rules and I don't have enough vocabulary. Can you just give me the contact number of a good school and tell me what are the applicable fees. Thanks for your help.
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Latest post on 24 March 2011 - 23:50
Too many and unnecessary ultra sounds here, I think the reason is money. After I understand that, I refused the ultra sounds. <em>edited by KB75 on 24/03/2011</em>
 
 
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