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Latest post on 12 March 2011 - 20:03
Thanks, sydneygal and DubaiCat.
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Latest post on 12 March 2011 - 14:01
DubaiCat, I have the cabrio fix, but LO is not comfortable in it. Basically, the chin is pressed against the chest. Was told that the pebble has several recline positions, so want to give it a try. Did you see the pebble on dubizzle? For your sister's visit, did you check rent a crib website? They have also car seats for hire.
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Latest post on 12 March 2011 - 13:56
sydneygal, did you buy the pebble or the cabrio fix? 715 or 815 sounds a very fair price for the pebble, checked online prices and found the pebble more expensive than the cabrio fix.
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Latest post on 12 March 2011 - 11:35
Did you contact the seller? Maybe just a mistake? Never bought from dubizzle, only through contacts from here.
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Latest post on 12 March 2011 - 09:03
Would like to buy one :)
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Latest post on 12 March 2011 - 08:33
We've done it in one of the small photo & copy shops near us. They kept it and we picked it up after some hours. Don't remember the price, but it depends also on your printer brand.
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Latest post on 12 March 2011 - 08:29
The airmiles cards should have come through automatically - our have always done that! (As we opened new accounts they sent more so have them stashed away and called Air Miles to ask them to link all the cards together to one account ). If I were you I would be pushing HSBC strongly to be credited with the airmiles that you would have got in the 3 years. Someone cocked up and it wasn't you! Same here. The airmiles cards came automatically. (Only time we had to register with airmiles directly was when we wanted to access our airmiles account online.)
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Latest post on 11 March 2011 - 21:42
OOOOhhhh Well. Can't see it via your link so looked it up on Amazon. Has 5 stars (admittedly from only 3 reviews) and is 74 pounds! So you got a bit of a bargain there MissB! May have to swing by Sharaf and contemplate. Thank you! Check also C4. Saw something similar there (not sure, which brand though, but 2 different brands).
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Latest post on 11 March 2011 - 13:05
Thanks, meals.
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Latest post on 10 March 2011 - 19:51
Toys r us and walmart selling special travel bags with wheels, but no idea if available here: http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3091046 http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=7812701&findingMethod=rr You could also buy this shopping trolley thingy people use for heavier things, boxes etc. It has 2 wheels and you could strap the car seat on it. I saw it here once, but again, no idea where to buy it here. <em>edited by Kermi on 10/03/2011</em>
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Latest post on 10 March 2011 - 19:47
Why don't you consider buying the single use bottles from Babyshop or similar and taking them and when they're used - toss them out. I know it's horribly bad for the environment but for ease over your flight it could be an option? Good idea. Do you happen to know if I can find them at Mothercare?
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Latest post on 09 March 2011 - 21:17
What about Mamzar beach park? 5AED per person or 30AED per car. Just avoid Friday afternoons as very busy.
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Latest post on 09 March 2011 - 21:13
On the way back from the UK at Xmas they made me open all the sterile bottles containing water and sip from each and when i argued that then it wasn't sterile they were not interested, same with the ready made formula in the cartons. :( And did you have any problems at Dubai airport?
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Latest post on 09 March 2011 - 15:48
Thank you, shellly :)
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Latest post on 09 March 2011 - 13:36
Tubby, check with http://www.bubsboutique.com. They deliver in UAE.
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Latest post on 09 March 2011 - 13:34
We didn't get either. Had DH with me so we had to go to a separate room for u/s and were told that the machine there couldn't print pictures. We also were told that 3D/4D is not possible. But maybe things changed, best to ask the doctor you see at antenatal.
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Latest post on 07 March 2011 - 10:11
I can recommend the spa @ Intercontinental Hotel Festival City. Find them really professional and the treatment rooms are spacious. Check reg. the pool access though, they have pool deck, but I never enquired if access is included.
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Latest post on 07 March 2011 - 10:07
What a tacky way of self advertising! UHHHH! So true. And babyshop itself just had a 25% discount offer on nearly all items, much better deal.
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Latest post on 07 March 2011 - 10:04
I used the Mia (I think) ringsling, which I really liked b/c it is adjustable. I bought it online from a crowd called bubsboutique (A dubai based online retailer like Babysouk). I just checked bubsboutique website. They have now the mini monkey sling. Can that be the one you used? http://www.bubsboutique.com/shop/Mini-Monkey/ It's looks really great and easy to wear! <em>edited by Kermi on 07/03/2011</em>
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Latest post on 06 March 2011 - 18:58
Used to buy it from C4 Ajman (Gyma brand), but didn't see it since long time. Tried 'Arabic Masala' from Union Coop, but it's not a replacement.
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Latest post on 06 March 2011 - 18:44
Peanut Shell Sling...read about it and quite impressive. Am actually confused on whether to go for a Sling or Ergo baby carrier when travellng with the NB. Is the peanut shell sling similar to the infantino baby sling? If yes, I saw a post reg. a recall on here: http://www.expatwoman.com/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=139375
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Latest post on 06 March 2011 - 18:40
Thanks.
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Latest post on 06 March 2011 - 12:01
If you go to booking.com website and select Dubai, you can further select "pets allowed".
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Latest post on 06 March 2011 - 11:56
The spa @ Interconti Hotel Festival City. You can download the spa menu from the hotel website.
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Latest post on 06 March 2011 - 11:52
Thanks! Is that the on on al wasl rd.?
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Latest post on 06 March 2011 - 11:38
Steam inhalation with olbas oil, saved me during sinusitis.
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Latest post on 05 February 2011 - 00:02
Second M & S. Comfy and good value for money.
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Latest post on 04 February 2011 - 23:59
In case you go to Global Village, there's a booth in the Turkey pavilion that sells modest swimwear in different styles.
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Latest post on 30 January 2011 - 10:12
It's called Birds & Animal Market, and it's close to Sharjah Heritage Area/Rolla Area, between Al Merraija and Al Jubail. Here are 2 links with location maps: http://www.slc.ae/images/stories/Promotions/9NOVslcMap.jpg http://wikimapia.org/655774/Birds-Animals-Market
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Latest post on 25 January 2011 - 16:00
Ah, I see. Wish you all the best.
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Latest post on 25 January 2011 - 14:48
I made an appointment with both of them for next week, price wise they both charge the same. I am so confused on which one to go for, i know i should see them first before making up my mind, but I am so afraid to make the wrong choice again. If any of you Ladies has see both of them please give me some advise. Thanks a lot To choose a doctor is a very personal choice IMO, so reviews of others are helpful but cannot really decide for you. I would visit all 2 (or 3) places before you decide on a doctor (the third place would be Conceive in Sharjah, if the drive to Sharjah would be ok for you). Check also if you feel comfortable with the clinic set up, the nurses, the clinic timings, check if there's a 24/7 emergency support, and if the doctor is available outside clinic hours. Best of luck.
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Latest post on 25 January 2011 - 12:15
Thanks so much for all replies! Really helpful info. Freckle and Shilpa, DH will most probably be located on main campus near Oxford Rd. and I might stay at home for the time being :) We are planning to search for a quieter area, but with good public transport connections to the campus and to city centre. No ideas reg. budget yet, just starting to collect info :) Thanks again.
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Latest post on 24 January 2011 - 16:33
Every town in Manchester has its good and bad areas like most places but I would generally stay away from the towns directly circling the city centre (Moss Side, Longsight etc) and go for ones just outside those. For access to the university I would suggest Didsbury as the nicest closest town. If you have the money, renting directly in the city centre is nice and lively - maybe not the best if you have a family though? Do you have any specific requirements, I was born and bred so will try my best to advise! :) That would be great! Can I email you? <em>edited by Kermi on 25/01/2011</em>
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Latest post on 24 January 2011 - 16:32
Thanks for all replies!
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Latest post on 24 January 2011 - 16:20
Maybe with Emirates Skycargo? You could contact their office in Canada http://www.skycargo.com/ournetwork/worldwideoffices/worldwideoffices.asp
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Latest post on 24 January 2011 - 15:23
Anyone? TIA.
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Latest post on 24 January 2011 - 15:19
Check http://www.beautypedia.com , there are reviews for both brands. And it's free of charge this & next month (usually you have to subscribe to see the reviews).
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Latest post on 19 January 2011 - 23:07
Spinneys or C4.
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Latest post on 19 January 2011 - 23:04
Stayed there in autumn and had a great stay. Hotel is inside Fujeirah City, but has own (small) private beach. Very nice staff. We had a deluxe room with sea view, room was rather small but newly furnished. You can also have a chalet type room in the garden. Quite far from Al Aqah, 30 km maybe? Don't remember kids facilities, they had one pool with kids pool. Personally, with kids, I would opt for Miramar Al Aqah or also Sandy Beach Hotel, has a nice beach, more suitable for kids. Friends with kids like also JAL hotel. <em>edited by Kermi on 19/01/2011</em>
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Latest post on 19 January 2011 - 13:00
Novotel or Ibis opp. Deira City Centre, metro station directly at DCC & good location to explore souqs, close to the creek.
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Latest post on 18 January 2011 - 16:36
Do you mean the costs for the labour permit or the actual card only? If card alone, then this link should give you some ideas about costs: http://www.dubai.ae/en.portal?topic,Article_000802,1,&_nfpb=true&_pageLabel=general
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Latest post on 18 January 2011 - 14:15
thank you for the replies! have you check out the sales but doesn't seem like much in the way of discount on prams unfortunately...haven't tried Just Kidding so will check that out...I tried baby shop and they seem v reasonable but didnt have any sporty/3 wheeler options You could also try Goodbaby in Bur Dubai. As others said, wait for sales at DSF, Babyshop has often good discounts on car seats incl. Maxi cosi & on Quinny prams.
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Latest post on 18 January 2011 - 13:49
while we are at it, which one is better PERFECTIL or CENTRUM? TIA x Depends on what you want: if you need a nutritional supplement, then Centrum as a broad spectrum multi vit & mineral product. Perfectil targets more skin, hair and nail conditions.
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Latest post on 18 January 2011 - 13:12
Can it be outside Dubai? My fav are the beaches around Sandy Beach Hotel Fuj.
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Latest post on 18 January 2011 - 13:08
It's for Government employees, not private companies (yet).
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Latest post on 18 January 2011 - 09:56
What about those silver cuff links with fingerprints of your kids?
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Latest post on 18 January 2011 - 09:45
I use Centrum multi vit & minerals, 1 box (90 pcs) for 3 months. Don't see a big price difference.
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Latest post on 17 January 2011 - 19:56
Thanks DubaiCat! Yes if you don't mind asking your friend for the latest info then that would be great. I wasn't thinking of not paying for it it is just my experience when asking an NHS GP to do something 'for money' has led to blank faces and lots of receptionists running around wondering what to do with me or just flat out refusing to embark on helping me. And that was just for immunisations! This is maybe outdated info, but a poster on here (Nicola) contacted the NHS regarding maternity care and posted the reply: http://www.expatwoman.com/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=68964
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Latest post on 17 January 2011 - 15:54
Didn't know Danat used to be Intercontinental! Thanks for the info, chizz and Minne.
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Latest post on 16 January 2011 - 17:41
Hi, my laptop is not charging anymore,, there is a problem with the plug inside the laptop. Does anyone know a place that could help? Thanks We had the same problem with a compaq laptop. We had some parts changed at Computer Plaza/Al Ain Center in Bur Dubai, they did it on the spot. http://www.thecomputerplaza.com/al-ain/location.asp
 
 
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