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Latest post on 17 March 2011 - 12:57
I too get these when I type in "I" and "M" Take some deep breaths hun, and try to get him to relax and open up to you this weekend. Push all these suspicions you have of him having an affair out of your mind or else they will cloud your judgements. Do you have anyone who can watch your DD for you for a couple of hours over the weekend? A nice meal together or even just a coffee and a chat may do you both the world of good. All the best
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Latest post on 17 March 2011 - 07:59
Thank you all for your replies ladies. BFC, very interesting link. Thank you for sharing.
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Latest post on 17 March 2011 - 07:55
Oh Shaf! Just when your DD has started feeling better :-( Follow meals' advice and hope for the best. I once nannies for a boys 3 years and the other 3 months. The 3 year old got pox and the 3 month old didn't. So hopefully one or both your babies will be ok. Holding thumbs you all escape it.
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Latest post on 17 March 2011 - 07:47
Stovetop, have you got some Lansinoh cream...anything with pure lanolin...Medela do one that's widely available here. With DS 1 I tried the nipple shields but wished I hadn't as he then refused to suck after itried removing them. Wasn't all that bad, but having to carry them round and sterelize them was an extra chore and it made BF in public more tricky. With DS 2 I used to count to 10 and breath every time he latched. It was damn painful, but after 3 weeks it was totally fine. Put Lansinoh cream on before you hop in the shower, I found the water dried the nipples out more and caused more burning. Try airing then as often as possible. The first 2 weeks are the toughest...and you're nearly halfway through it. So keep going Hun, you're doing great. Soon it'll be a piece of cake ;-) if you are concerned baby is not latching properly, maybe seek the help of a lactation consultant. All the best and congrats one again.
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Latest post on 16 March 2011 - 14:19
relieved is an understatement :) *like*
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Latest post on 16 March 2011 - 13:21
So glad your DD is feeling better. You must be so relieved.
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Latest post on 15 March 2011 - 15:53
My DS had this around 10 weeks :-( it's horrible. I just used a humidifier in his room at night and rubbed some karvol baby rub on his chest after his bath and it seemed to ease it.
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Latest post on 15 March 2011 - 15:51
I'm not sure about this hospital in particular but I had a C section and then a vaginal birth 3 years later. I think if you are planning to have your second soon, you would probably be told to have another c section. But there should be no reason why you would have to go under a general anesthetic for it. Best of luck. You're going to sure have your hands full ;-)
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Latest post on 14 March 2011 - 21:09
There was on one Dubizzle posted as missing... I'll have a look for it and post the link.
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Latest post on 14 March 2011 - 21:07
I would. But there's no chance my FiL would ever be bothered with a FB account.
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Latest post on 14 March 2011 - 08:11
DS's first 2 growth spurts lasted 3 days, the longest 3 days ever of course, but it luckily does come to an end. I felt like I had him constantly latched on to me, it's very exhausting Shaf. Rest as much as you can throughout the day. Does your other LO go to nursery?
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Latest post on 14 March 2011 - 08:09
Spinneys had some pink Smartie packs out at Christmas. Not 100% sure but I think i saw them in there recently. I'll have a look when I go this arvo.
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Latest post on 13 March 2011 - 12:25
We buy most electronic things and mobile phones from C4. Have always been very happy with their service and the products.
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Latest post on 12 March 2011 - 08:47
Freckles, I could have written this post. Except, DH isn't AT work, he's sleeping after a night shift. So the pressure is on, trying to keep the hyperactive children quiet while I get dressed upstairs. Halfway there. By now I'm not sure I could be bothered going out! Was just going to take them to Toys r Us for a run around and then lunch and back home. Not very exciting at all.
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Latest post on 11 March 2011 - 21:27
PS. Mines not a typo...it is infact Elizabeth ANNES, not Arden. But agree with Mrs L, the 8 hour cream is fab!
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Latest post on 11 March 2011 - 21:05
It's called Elizabeth Annes Aqaeous Cream. I have been lucky enough to find the original one here in Dubai, but not the lavender one. MIL has tried both and it's the lavender one that works. If you want my bit I have left or want me to get you some, email me: bellsdxbATgmailDOTcom
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Latest post on 11 March 2011 - 20:59
My mother in law suffers from dry, cracked hands and swears by a cream I get her in south africa. It's an aqueous cream with lavender in it. I have a small bit left in a tub ere if you want to try it. Or I could bring some back for you sometime in the next 2 months a I'm planning a trip home. Let me know.
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Latest post on 10 March 2011 - 11:16
Anyone know of any classes closer to Mirdif? I took DS 1 to swimming with Active Sports at Wafi but wasn't overly impressed, so thinking of trying someone new for DS 2. Thanks
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Latest post on 09 March 2011 - 11:47
ARmum, email me bellsdxbATgmailDOTcom
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Latest post on 09 March 2011 - 07:56
I would. Got nothing to hide. But then I'm pretty bland on here. Meaning, I try not to get into heated discussions...not because I'm a wus but more due to the fact that I'm usesless with the written word. lol So I'm a lot more controversial and full of BS in real life. LOL
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Latest post on 09 March 2011 - 07:47
Try uploading some pics and attching them to your thread on here. So sorry. Must be a real tough thing to do.
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Latest post on 07 March 2011 - 20:49
Cool Shell, will do. X
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Latest post on 07 March 2011 - 20:48
PM doesn't work, but pls email me bellsdxbATgmailDOTCom
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Latest post on 07 March 2011 - 20:45
Hmmm...tough one. I would rather let those with siblings know that if they do bring the siblings along, they will have to pay for them. Say something like, siblings welcome @ xxxdhs per head. I find it very rude when mothers bring the siblings along and expect them to be catered for. I would never do this. Or if I did I would always offer to pay for the sibling and make it known (to the accompanying sibling) that there will be no party bag for them.
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Latest post on 07 March 2011 - 16:28
If anyone is interested...I have a Sophie, unopened, still in Luxe Little wrapping that I'd like to sell. I went a bit overboard with the online shopping ;-) PS. DS loves his. He's 5 months, teething like mad and is finding great comfort in Sophies legs. Email me bellsdxbATgmailDOTcom if you're interested. I'm in Mirdif.
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Latest post on 17 February 2011 - 20:05
What area are you in? And how old is your LO?
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Latest post on 17 February 2011 - 20:04
I can't recommend a doctor but I can suggest adding oats and rooibos tea to your LO's bath. When I nannied for a little boy who had terrible eczema, this is what I used to do and it worked a treat. I put the oats in a sock and popped it in the bath (with one rooibos tea bag) with hot water for about 15 min, then added cooler water and put baby in. Let baby soak for as long as he/she is happy and then dry, apply Sudocreme. To help the face, keep wetting a cotton pad and gently rub it all over her/his face. You can also apply sudocreme to the face. Just rub it between your fingers to warm it and ease spreading.
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Latest post on 17 February 2011 - 19:53
Oh Pingu!!! :-( I'm so so sorry. I know I haven't got a clue what you are going through, but I can imagine and I know it can't be a good place to be. I truly believe that your time will come. And I do think that taking the time to relax will donyou and DH the world of good. There is so much pressure and stress on you both right now and that is not gonna do the baby making business any good...or your relationship for that matter. NOT saying you and dH have problems, but it will do you both some good to take a breather and just have fun for a bit. If I could, I'd send the two of you on a lovely beach holiday for 2 weeks... But I can't so I will offer to try occupy your mind with other things and feed you with loads of "grape juice"...starting tomorrow ;-) Big hugs. Xxx
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Latest post on 17 February 2011 - 11:04
Agree with Shellly, I'd do what DH suggested and say you are putting off coming home for the summer. Stovetop, I have the memory of a goldfish...sorry. Can you email me? bellsdxb@gmailDOTcom
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Latest post on 16 February 2011 - 19:24
Bump!
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Latest post on 16 February 2011 - 14:56
My saggy b00bs.
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Latest post on 16 February 2011 - 10:26
Sorry hun. I really feel for you. But the good news is...my in laws have just left (after a dramatic and stressfull stay) SO... We're back on for every Monday. You and little J can just relax and I'll help L and E burn off some energy. Promise not to have DH getting stuck into a spring-clean whilst you're here ever again ;-)
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Latest post on 14 February 2011 - 20:56
We recently moved within Dubai and used TMS (Total Moving & Storage) on the recommendation from a friend. They were extremely professional and I would also highly recommend them. Wondered if u used them in the end. Ditto what Shellly said. They were fab and gave the beat quote. Will always reccommend and will most defo use then again.
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Latest post on 14 February 2011 - 20:54
Call the jeweler u bought it from and see if they have a branch closer to Mirdif. Maybe even at the G n D part in Dubai Mall. Or take a trip down to the creek tomorrow or this weekend and take an abra ride across the creek to Gold Souk and get it done there. Makes it a bit more of a fun day out. I'm sure DD will love it.
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Latest post on 14 February 2011 - 20:09
I saw some fab colourful camel paintings on canvas at the Susan Warpole shop in the Outlet mall. Gorgeous!
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Latest post on 11 February 2011 - 09:09
I used to take it at night before going to bed and it helped me sleep and it lasted as i more often then not, woke up feeling ok. I wouldn't take it in the day if i had to drive such a long distance though, I'd have fallen asleep at the wheel for sure. Maybe try it on the weekends first?
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Latest post on 07 February 2011 - 11:28
Hi, spay of water on the root 1/week, keep the orchid away from the direct sun. If you have some wine cork, cut them into small pieces, spread the cork under and on the root to keep the humidity for the orchid. Add fertilizer &/month. that's all you have to do. good luck :-) just in case only :-), if any of your orchid turn really bad don't throw them, just give it to me :-). Tia Tia, I have one that's lost all it's flowers. Flowered beautifully for 3 months. About to bin it even though it's heart wrenching. Would you be interested in it?
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Latest post on 06 February 2011 - 21:32
So So So happy for you!!! We lost our boy Gizmo 4 months ago and I can't help but still hope that one day we will be reunited. I have a feeling she is going to lap up all the attention she's goin to be getting these next few days ;-)
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Latest post on 06 February 2011 - 19:59
you have been using BB for 10years? I thought BB has been around only since 2008? BB started in 1999 as a two-way pager. In 2002 as a smartphone.
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Latest post on 06 February 2011 - 18:24
Love my iPhone, will NEVER get a BB. Can't imagine not having an iPhone. Before my iPhone a phone was just a phone to me, not anymore ;-)
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Latest post on 05 February 2011 - 20:25
Thanks. Got visitors coming next week. Will give it a go.
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Latest post on 05 February 2011 - 18:48
Haha sorry that was funny, there are little &^^% sometimes aren't they, how's your Dec baby? :) I swear the babies are better behaved than the older siblings ;) SO agree! My 3 year old is driving me bonkers while my 3 month old is such a pleasure. All smiles and coos! Does he HAVE to grow up too??? Lol
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Latest post on 05 February 2011 - 08:32
Mum gets the car, takes DH to work after school drop offs. Picks DH up on days convienient for her otherwise DH gets a taxi home. You could always pick up a second Hand small car for DH, won't be too expensive but then u have to factor in service costs whereas with a taxi, it's just the fare.
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Latest post on 04 February 2011 - 19:30
Hmmm... I've had an exhausting day and was seriously going to jack it all in for today... But after Reading this thread, I'm gonna do it. Getting the boys to bed and then gonna do some damage;-)
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Latest post on 04 February 2011 - 19:23
Fun times! Enjoy.
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Latest post on 03 February 2011 - 20:19
Day 3 level one has bitten the dust! Yay. Feeling surprisingly FANTASTIC!!! Today's 20 minutes went by so quickly and a lot easier too. Bring on day 4! High five DubaiCat! We can DO this...WiTHOUT damn skinny Anita ;-)
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Latest post on 02 February 2011 - 17:51
Remember you'll hae to get up in the night to replace the hot water in his bottle to keep him warm. Think the idea of taking him to posh pets is a fab idea.
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Latest post on 02 February 2011 - 11:28
Morning :) Well not as sore as I thought, maybe I didn't work hard enough!!! :) Only feeling it in my calves and upper back, - looking forward to my session later!!! Ok, now I feel it in my pecs too!!!! But no quads which is where I need it the most!! Kells make me work harder today!! edited by Pingu on 02/02/2011 I'll be cracking that whip Pingu. I'm aching today... But it's a good ache. Can't wait to do day 2... Gonna stick to being Natalie (except for the push ups ;-) )
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Latest post on 02 February 2011 - 11:25
Where can u I get more info on it ladies? Thanks.
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Latest post on 02 February 2011 - 09:25
Ive done it loads. The way I look at it, we don't eat in stinky bathrooms, so why should our babies? And even this mother and baby rooms...they stink from all the dirty nappies. I always chose somewhere discreat. Coffee shops with high side bucket style chairs are great. I rearange things to face the most quiet side, put buggy at my side and hae a blanket/pashmina/muslin over my shoulder. I agree that those proper bf covers draw more attention and therefore I didn't bother with one. I am a lot more confident with DS 2 then I was with DS 1. So just try relax, take some time to practice...and you'll be fine. I was most worried with how locals would react. Not sure why I worried as they are always giving me smiles and nods of aproval. It's the Filipino staff at malls that seem to be concerned more then anyone else around. <em>edited by KellsBells on 02/02/2011</em>
 
 
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