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Latest post on 03 January 2013 - 21:23
1. XBox for Windows is the equivalent of Itunes for Apple. Where are you trying to buy it from when it directs you to XBox? I tried a few different ways - basically I went back to the start screen ( which I got by pushing the windows button) then clicked on "store". Scrolling right I finally found a movies section. Do you mean that I should buy all apps, movies and music etc via Xbox despite the fact I don't have one? 2. Right mouse click anywhere on screen to display URL bar. I don't actually have a mouse (although I think I'll be knocking on the door of plus ins in the morning to get one), I'm using the touch pad below the keyboard. Assume you are doing this from Windows 8 App page not the full Desktop. Click on Desktop tile to get full Windows Destop and IE. Yes at first I think I was, then I found the window key and went to the start screen - which is perhaps the desktop? Does it matter which way I get to a store or the store? HTH's I really appreciate the time you've taken to try to help. So strange to feel like a computer novice!
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Latest post on 03 January 2013 - 21:19
In regards to your second question: Would you not consider downloading and using Firefox? It's much more user-friendly. Goodness, I hope I can find my way around this thing and get out of Xbox to do so!
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Latest post on 03 January 2013 - 21:14
Almost everyone experiences this! Please please please do not judge your milk supply by the amount you can pump - the two are not really related. Different ladies respond differently to pumping and also to different pumps. I strongly advise you to get some help from a qualified lactation consultant - I used Dr Delphine Dupuis and she is fabulous. Advice on a board like this is of limited value, as every woman ( and baby) is different, but believe me ALL women have doubts and worries. The fact that your baby was dehydrated may well mean you do have supply issues, but true SUPPLY issues are very very rare. Usually the problem is latch, or lack of a good feeding relationship established early. The good news is 15 days is very early - please see someone immediately. Substituting with formula will only "tell" your body it's made enough milk and it swill stop producing. I never really appreciated how much time you need to spend actually feeding a newborn - for me it was 40 odd minutes every two hours - sometimes more. I was sure I had to be doing something wrong...... There are several facebook pages and websites with fantastic support here in the UAE, I'd post links' but I'm not on my computer right now. Perhaps someone else will. There is nothing wrong with formula, but if you do want a good BF'ing relationship, be very very careful about supplementing. <em>edited by Kooky on 03/01/2013</em>
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Latest post on 01 January 2013 - 17:08
Actually locking a "soft" case is completely useless. All you have to do is punch the zip with a pen, separate it so that it opens, take what you like, then run the (still locked) zip tags around to reseal the zip. Takes less than 3 seconds to open and close. I never bother.
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Latest post on 31 December 2012 - 11:23
His paperwork has not been finalized yet. He will definately be at the uptown clinic as soon as it 's all through.
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Latest post on 26 December 2012 - 16:57
Are you a cat, dog, rabbit?
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Latest post on 23 December 2012 - 09:51
T'was a FAB show - whoever picks this offer up will be happy!
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Latest post on 20 December 2012 - 20:27
The paediatric dentist at N & A in Mirdif is male - Dr Tarun or something. We've been to see him a couple of times and I feel he knows his stuff ( we've had no major issues though). He has a great manner, but does have quite a strong accent which can be a little hard to understand . He's very patient and happy to repeat and explain until you understand your options though. I found him proactive about reducing costs too.
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Latest post on 20 December 2012 - 19:06
Ladies I don't know much about IVF, but 40 + is not a fertility sentence. I just had No 3 at 44. The 40's are the new 30's - really, try to relax, you DO have time.
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Latest post on 20 December 2012 - 07:35
Thanks Ladies! My Christmas guests would thank you too - although they actually have no idea I'm such a novice!!!!
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Latest post on 19 December 2012 - 21:09
I'm Australian and we usually have a cold smoked ham. I have French guests this year so thought I'd try a "traditional" version. I always see such pretty pictures of hams with oranges and cloves etc and wanted to try one........
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Latest post on 19 December 2012 - 19:23
I haven't bought it yet - that's the problem - I don't know what to buy!
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Latest post on 19 December 2012 - 18:14
Bump!
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Latest post on 17 December 2012 - 15:35
The ladies are right - the packers will repack what you've done - they won't take responsibillity for things they haven't packed themselves. Better to spend the time selling!
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Latest post on 17 December 2012 - 13:27
You are in the enviable position of choosing between two good schools, so try not to beat yourself up. We are at RDS and are very happy there. The teachers have been great, the school responsive and the facilities are terrific. I have friends who have children at DESS and they too are happy. My own subjective reason for choosing RDS was that it's closer to our home ( therefore playdates and social life are easier), the drive there is easy and stress free, the facilities are better and I had a strong, happy "gut feel" when I toured the school. Since we've started I've been very happy with the teaching quality and the overall receptiveness to parental involvement. I found DESS jaded and tired (physically) and didn't like the admin's "well IF you get in" approach. I personally believe that people rave about DESS because it's a self perpetuating " it's the oldest and the best" kind of urban myth. That said, my friends at DESS are happy. I'm sure you'll be happy either way. All the best. <em>edited by Kooky on 17/12/2012</em>
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Latest post on 16 December 2012 - 20:56
I'm very sorry for your situation. I do think it's worth assuming the worst case scenario here. He's telling you this process is for your protection, but is screaming, threatening and you say he already has children in the UK he's not paying for? Personally the last advice I think you should take is his. I understand you have no funds and are clearly in shock but this next week will impact the rest of your life, and as importantly, the lives of your children. Even if you have to borrow, get some advice, change your flights and don't be rushed into anything because of HIS needs.
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Latest post on 14 December 2012 - 21:39
Try Tavola. They ususally have a great range and have stores in Mirdif, and Jumeria - possibly others too, I'm not sure.
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Latest post on 14 December 2012 - 21:37
Yes! Dr Reinette Bester at Welcare - she runs free clinics too - sort of information sessions at various venues around Dubai. She is a pead. but is an asthmati herself and specialises in it. I don't know when the next one is, but here are the contacts from the last one Leandra Meintjes 056 177 2890 Chanelle Pheiffer 056 683 1726
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Latest post on 14 December 2012 - 20:41
Carlucios!!!! Fast service, kids menu, colouring in sets and the kids can run up to the fence easily every time the fountains go off. Can't beat it with kids (although I may have the spelling wrong!)
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Latest post on 12 December 2012 - 20:25
Thank you ladies!
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Latest post on 12 December 2012 - 13:20
Seriously - anybody seen any? I've tried the usual haunts ........... PJ's I've seen some, but not nice ones and knickers, well - non!
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Latest post on 10 December 2012 - 19:48
We send all money back to the UK via the exchange places in the malls but try a couple to get the best rate. You can usually haggle on the rate for a large amount and play them against each other. Also worth monitoring the rate for a week or two, if you can, as it can change enough to make a difference on a large sum. FFx FMI, what's considered a large sum?
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Latest post on 10 December 2012 - 19:45
simplygifts.com.au
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Latest post on 06 December 2012 - 00:03
FYI we used this company (Mr Amin) tonight and our guests were very happy. They said the camp was clean, food good, activities plentiful and the driver attentive and knowledgeable.
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Latest post on 05 December 2012 - 19:30
Oh Chucky Ducky I can't tell you how much I'd appreciate that! My number is oh five oh six nine four 3730 or you can email on thehols at bigpond dot com Thank you soooo much
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Latest post on 05 December 2012 - 12:52
Hello all. Stupidly, I left my video camera at the Hyatt hotel in Muscat. It's not something I'd like to post but I have no plans to go back there soon. I'm really disappointed as would love to have it back in time for Xmas. Is there anybody coming up any time soon who wouldn't mind bringing it back with them?
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Latest post on 04 December 2012 - 23:09
Thank you ladies, I'll check it each day until it appears on the RTA site!! REALLY don't need DH to see that one!
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Latest post on 03 December 2012 - 22:43
Perhaps go and see Dr Gary Fitzgerald, 043484406. He's a well known and often recommended chiropractor who deals with pregnant women and babies. i know that up to a point ( before the skull plates fuse), he can help, but 6 months may be to old - I'm really not sure. He's very gentle and won't touch your baby until he's explained to you what he wants to do and why. Very reassuring and very effective.
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Latest post on 03 December 2012 - 22:30
Bump?
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Latest post on 02 December 2012 - 23:48
You can get a full eye check done at Moorfields eye hospital. I've had one done for my DD and it was very thorough, you see an opthamologist and an optometrist. it cost about 700 dhs but I was happy, as I actually don't even know the difference between the two so had no idea where to start and was happy that her eyes fully checked!
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Latest post on 21 November 2012 - 13:18
All my kids went through activesportsuae.com - they were fab and have classes all over Dubai
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Latest post on 21 November 2012 - 13:17
Get him out of there. You can't leave him in any environment you're not sure is positive/safe/caring enough. He's waaaaay to important for the "trust me" line - especially after the dirty nappy clue.
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Latest post on 20 November 2012 - 22:30
I use mine up to three years - they get through the wriggly stage and it saves my back - the bed/bench /floor options are too low
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Latest post on 18 November 2012 - 17:20
Yes, recommendations would be great please - BUMP! DR, you really are a very kind person.
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Latest post on 18 November 2012 - 17:16
I'm on her mailing list and got this earlier this week We are situated in the main circle of shops in Uptown, inbetween Caribou coffee and Silkor.Our opening hours will be 8am-7pm , Saturday to Thursday. Our telephone number is 042524511 Well actually I got a longer email, but that's the part you're after!
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Latest post on 09 November 2012 - 19:27
usually 80-100dhs, but then we only go to parties of friends, not just random classmates.
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Latest post on 09 November 2012 - 19:22
simpleasabc, it can be done - in fact I did it it without my DH, but it was a palava and I had to use a local with wasta. I stressed in my post that the husband must be there as that is the rule, but my husband was in the middle of the Indian Ocean and absolutely non contactable. I was lucky to have access to a local with wasta. I don't really know what he did to make it happen, but I would not recommend travelling that route unless you have to. He gave me letters to present ( but they were in Arabic so I don't know what they said). Immigration did call him. Once they accepted his OK, the rest was easy. I think if you had a DH there it would be dead easy.
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Latest post on 09 November 2012 - 14:53
There''s an area behind the Dubai Museum which sells exactly what you're looking for. Not a particular shop - hundreds of them. I got full Salwar Khameez (sp?) and costume jewellery very reasonably. The name of the "area" started with M but I can't think of it. Basically if you stood at the front of the museum facing the gate, go to your left - hit the alleys!
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Latest post on 09 November 2012 - 14:34
I know is deems daunting, but it's actually very easy ( if you get the passport in time). You just go to immigration WITH YOUR HUSBAND (his approval must be given in person whether he is traveling with you or not). I needed the birth certificate and seem to remember having to get something typed ( typing office in on site). They will stamp your LO's passport with an exit stamp which in effect is just an acknowledgement that the baby is in the country legally (albeit without a visa). The tricky thing is that that exit stamp is only valid for something like 7 or 10 days, so you kind of have to leave it to the last minute - nerve wracking I know. When you enter, assuming you're from one of the visa on arrival countries, you just get LO stamped in as a tourist and your PRO will take care of the transfer of that visa to a residence one.
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Latest post on 06 November 2012 - 20:53
Thank you ladies for taking the time to share your experiences. Your stories have made me reconsider the sedation and also made me think of some questions I've yet to ask. Thank you very much for your input, prayers and well wishes.
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Latest post on 06 November 2012 - 10:08
Unfortunately for us, Kenya. She's pursuing some charity work which has interested her.
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Latest post on 03 November 2012 - 21:29
Active Sports does classes at the British Emirates nursery.
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Latest post on 01 November 2012 - 07:13
what happened to Trick or Treaters saying a poem/telling a joke etc? nowadays they just stand with their bags open! Things have changed since our day! yours, Ebeneezer Scrooge. I'm Australian and had no idea that was part of the tradition!
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Latest post on 01 November 2012 - 07:00
My husband just did it, although his was expired by date AND by the fact that he was out of the country for more than 180 days. No problem. It did take a while to sort out and the immigration guy initially looked surprised and worried and called his supervisor, but they just cancelled the visa there and he entered as a tourist (Australian passport) I will add though that his passport had only expired by a couple of days.
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Latest post on 27 October 2012 - 08:04
Thank you very much ladies.
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Latest post on 26 October 2012 - 22:07
Good advice from your midwife Swissroll. Hassli, you will be the hero in your birth and anyone who doesn't make you feel confident and strong before, during or after that has no place in your life. Change. Find someone who HELPS you. Doctors are really only there to inform you, encourage you and be there if something goes wrong. If that happens, you want someone you have confidence in.
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Latest post on 26 October 2012 - 21:56
Thank you very much. I've been keen to get there, but haven't worked out where it is till now!
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Latest post on 26 October 2012 - 21:47
Where on earth is "the courtyard"?
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Latest post on 26 October 2012 - 21:46
When are you coming? I have one you could borrow ( out on loan right now though!)
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Latest post on 26 October 2012 - 21:35
Oh my - I feel your pain - at least I felt it when I was pregnant. Similarly an osteo really helped me, but I think the two biggest things that helped me were getting a physio to actually come out to my car and adjust my driving position and learning how to climb stairs/get out of bed with minimal leg separation.
 
 
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