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MallQueen

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Latest post on 01 October 2013 - 14:32
Thanks Ladies that is very helpful, I have been constantly told no company in dubai covers infertility treatment so I will contact Daman to see what they say. Hi Skyhighgirl, I can ask my husband to contact you if you wish. he has his own healthcare brokers in dubai. send me your email or phone and ill ask him to contact you x
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Latest post on 01 October 2013 - 14:27
Hi Girls, i'm French and new in Dubai, and i'm looking for the best Health insurance i've never had one before. Who can help me Please!! Thank you. Hi There, my husband has his own health insurance brokerage. I am sure he can help you find something. please put your email address or phone number up here and I will ask him to contact you xx
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Latest post on 01 October 2013 - 14:22
Morning Ladies, I'm a freelancer and I'm looking for good medical insurance that is accepted in most clinics and that takes care of all fees besides paying the 50 dhs deductible. I previously had metlife alico which had good coverage but was only accepted in a few places. I asked about daman and was told it costs around 4000 dhs a year. Any ideas as to what the others cost and if they've got better service? Thanks for any help. my husband has his own health insurance brokerage here in Dubai and can help. please post your email address if would like me to put you in touch with him,. xx <em>edited by MallQueen on 01/10/2013</em>
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Latest post on 18 September 2013 - 14:52
Is anyone going to the Bumps and Babes coffee morning on Thursday? Think I'll give it a try.. I would be up for joining you at bumps and babes but can't do a Sunday or Thursday as my little one is in nursery. If there are groups on a Monday, Tuesday or weds morning I could do that.X
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Latest post on 16 August 2013 - 20:29
Thanks for sharing your stories ladies. Kiwispiers, your delivery is very inspiring, fingers crossed I get to experience something similar. I ended up with a c-sec last time after 22hours of labour and getting to 8cm. I felt pushed into the epidural and had a similar experience to alowicious, where I was told it was now or never if I wanted one and panicked so agreed to it. I'm hoping this time I will be in more control, I'm not ruling anything out but hopefully second time around I will make the right decision for me rather than being pushed into things. I have an appointment with my ob tomorrow, looking to get more info on how far he lets me go over etc. Good luck with your second pregnancies.
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Latest post on 03 May 2013 - 22:16
Hello ladies, Need to know where to start my search. Im looking to buy 2 beds for 5yr old boy and 2 yr old girl (getting rid of cot). DS wants one that looks like a ship, where can I find that (don't like pottery barn's) and is 2years too young for a higher bed with a slide?? Cilek (I think that is how you spell it),there is one at Ibn baruta mall specialises in kiddies furniture. I can't really answer about your two year as my LO is still in her cot.
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Latest post on 03 May 2013 - 22:10
Has anybody sent any money to the UK recently? If so, who did you use? We use al ansari every month, regardless of the amount they charge 60dhs transfer fee.
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Latest post on 03 May 2013 - 22:08
Will laptops, tablets, TV's, Wii console from UK all work in Dubai?? Was thinking of shipping out our beds - would you do that?? All our electrical items we brought over from the uk work fine. Our villa has 3 pin plugs, the same as the uk too. X
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Latest post on 03 May 2013 - 21:59
So I am thinking of going to Pilates at Exhale in MC on Saturday...does anyone already go or is anyone interested in joining me? edited by johjoh on 03/05/2013 I'm interested, it would be from a couple weeks time? As still feeling a little pukey. Post your email and I will drop you a line to organise x
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Latest post on 03 May 2013 - 21:59
So I am thinking of going to Pilates at Exhale in MC on Saturday...does anyone already go or is anyone interested in joining me? edited by johjoh on 03/05/2013 I'm interested, it would be from a couple weeks time? As still feeling a little pukey. Post your email and I will drop you a line to organise x
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Latest post on 02 May 2013 - 15:07
http://voices.yahoo.com/the-lie-edd-why-due-date-isnt-you-1958162.html Read this article for insight as to how the timeframe of 40 weeks was coined and some facts to help you not get coerced into being induced before 42 weeks. Interesting article, I was induced with my first at 40+3, this time I'm going to push to be left as long as is safe for us both.
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Latest post on 02 May 2013 - 14:59
Thanks ladies...now 21 weeks and feeling much better. But still no yoga or pilates classes found near the Ranches...I work during the day so they need to be weekend or evening...anyone know any please? x Johjoh, exhale at motor city do a Saturday class at 11am. I'm thinking of going once I stop feeling sick :-(. I'm nearly 14 weeks.
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Latest post on 02 May 2013 - 14:56
Hi ladies, I'm due 3rd November with my second. Congrats to you all xx
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Latest post on 02 May 2013 - 14:30
Hi Ladies, I'm due with my second early November. I have a friend due early October, would anyone like to meet up the the evenings for coffee and a natter?
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Latest post on 15 March 2013 - 07:49
Yes it was my first appointment. I really liked him, I'm desperate for a vbac after a c-section last time and he has given me hope and is really pro.
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Latest post on 12 March 2013 - 14:35
Green goddess, I went to him last week, I am on pay and claim with my insurance company. It was aed 650, for a blood test and consultation that included a scan. Sorry I can't give you more info as it was my first appointment.
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Latest post on 12 March 2013 - 14:24
Tara, good to hear of another Dr Josza fan. What type of delivery did you have? I had a cs with my first and desperately want a vbac this time. He seems very pro and is very positive and willing to help me achieve this. Juliana, I'm due early November. How about you? <em>edited by MallQueen on 12/03/2013</em>
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Latest post on 11 March 2013 - 17:23
Juliana, I'm also pregnant with number two and gave birth at city in 2010. My old ob/gyn has now left city, I've just had my first appointment with dr joza at health bay Polyclinic, he is a man which doesn't bother me but I know it does some people.
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Latest post on 28 February 2013 - 19:30
KH - what clinic does Dr George work at? Thanks
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Latest post on 28 February 2013 - 19:26
Congrats Bex1980, how far gone are you? Dr Eketerina delivered my daughter in 2010, she used to work direct for city but now works out of infinity clinic, but I believe delivers at city and American. A few of my friends have also used Dr Christian Joza at health bay on al wasl (if you don't mind a guy ob). He is meant to be great and both ladies delivered naturally.
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Latest post on 24 December 2012 - 20:29
DD1 tried the teen Dermalogica range last year - when she was really acne prone - it dried her skin out dreadfully and made everything 10 times worse! Expensive mistake, despite only buying the small travel set. Eek I have just bought the travel set for my 15 year old sister for Christmas. Hopefully it will agree with her skin x
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Latest post on 24 December 2012 - 14:30
Hi October, body shop have a vitamin e range that is good for young skin or if they are spot prone, you could try their tea tree range. Dermalogica also has a new young range but its quite expensive.
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Latest post on 12 September 2012 - 13:41
Hi veredeque, did you receieve my email?
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Latest post on 03 September 2012 - 20:08
I have just been for a tour at Gems Wellington Silicon Oasis, I'm pretty sure they said they had FS2 places left. <em>edited by MallQueen on 03/09/2012</em>
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Latest post on 20 August 2012 - 15:00
I went this weekend with my daughter who is nearly two. It was ok all the time you were in the water. The floor is hot so I recommend wearing swimming shoes. We had lunch at the Italian opposite the lost chambers (not sure if it is in the entertainer). That made a nice break from the midday sun and went back out around 2.30 and it was great.
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Latest post on 17 August 2012 - 11:13
My LO is nearly ready to start potty training too... Argh! I've been told once you start it's best to continue. You could try a reward chart and every time she goes she gets a gold star?
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Latest post on 17 August 2012 - 11:07
Hi plumie, I only ever formula fed my daughter with aptimal, she never had any constipation and is a very happy and healthy to year old.:) <em>edited by MallQueen on 17/08/2012</em>
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Latest post on 24 July 2012 - 16:04
we bought it from the apple retail store in regent street. Then it won't have been locked. Apple does not lock any the iPads it sells itself. iPads are generally only SIM-locked if you buy them on a contract directly from a telecoms provider. Since you're getting the device much more cheaply, the telecoms company wants to do its best to ensure that you are forced to stay with them for the full duration of the contract. As has been said, if you want to buy an iPhone in the UK, you need to ensure that you buy it unlocked, which usually costs a lot more money than buying them on contract. You can take the risk of buying a locked one and then trying to get it unlocked back in Dubai, but Apple is making it harder and harder to unlock them, so you may find that you need to wait some time before a working unlock for your phone becomes available - it all depends on what version of the software is on your phone when you get it. This is right, if you are buying direct from apple you will be fine. If you have or are going to purchase the phone through the network providers, you will need to either wait until the contract ends and request for the phone to be unlocked before it is compatible with a UAE sim (I had to do this with vodafone). Or will need to find someone to unlock it like others have mentioned.
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Latest post on 24 July 2012 - 15:59
I agree head and shoulders or t-gel shampoos have always worked for me.
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Latest post on 23 July 2012 - 19:19
Welcome to Dubai. I to went from a busy working life to becoming a stay at home mum. I left Dubai to return to the uk after 4 years. I only managed a year back there and moved back to Dubai. :-) I am now loving being back here and appreciate it even more and love life here. You will definitely feel better once you have got in the swing of things. My LO is only 2 so I'm unsure if I would be any good for playdates with you guys? However, I have met many people just going to play areas out here,and agree with the others that you need to jump in that driving seat and once schools start back you will be dreaming of a quiet day.
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Latest post on 20 July 2012 - 07:36
Does anyone know if there will be anywhere on saturday morning to get a coffee in Arabian Ranches with it being Ramadan? We are newbies and my husband is meeting with our new landlord I figured it would be best to try and take the kids out of the way? Thankyou The ranches golf club behind alma :) I called Shakespeare and they are open, they will have the upstairs section open for dine in.
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Latest post on 15 July 2012 - 16:56
Hi Farsi No insurance provider will cover you once you are pregnant and many have a min waiting period of 9-10months. Therefore, if you want to have a baby I would get covered asp. I have used both William Russell and BUPA in the past. Both of which have comprehensive cover. If you google the company's names and state Dubai the relevant contacts should come up. They both specialise in expat medical insurance. Good luck x MallQueen - there are some places that will still cover you even if you're already pregnant but their rates will obviously be a lot higher than usual. I discovered this last year when I fell pregnant and didn't have Wow that's good Jbads, I couldnt find anyone to insure me when I fell pregnant a few years ago, and ended up paying a small fortune for the delivery. It was of course worth it :-) <em>edited by MallQueen on 15/07/2012</em>
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Latest post on 15 July 2012 - 16:24
Hi Farsi No insurance provider will cover you once you are pregnant and many have a min waiting period of 9-10months. Therefore, if you want to have a baby I would get covered asp. I have used both William Russell and BUPA in the past. Both of which have comprehensive cover. If you google the company's names and state Dubai the relevant contacts should come up. They both specialise in expat medical insurance. Good luck x
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Latest post on 15 July 2012 - 16:18
I had dr. Ekatrina for my pregnancy and loved her. I would call up the clinic and double check as sometimes they are allowed to deliver at a variety of hospitals. Good luck with the pregnancy xxx
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Latest post on 15 July 2012 - 13:39
Hey ladies I'm not sure if 30 is classed as young??? But I have a 2 year old and live in the ranches.
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Latest post on 25 June 2012 - 14:29
I had my braces put on two months ago by Dr Tannaz at the dr Nicholas asp at healthcare city. The total is 8500dhs and monthly installments of 500dhs. I have been really pleased with them so far. Like timtam said there is no fee until you sign with them and agree your treatment plan. <em>edited by MallQueen on 25/06/2012</em>
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Latest post on 10 April 2012 - 13:58
In terms of taxi price i wouldnt know but ibn battuta is about 10 mins, motor city the others are around 20mins drive.
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Latest post on 10 April 2012 - 13:51
If she is a supermodel clone i wouldnt want to be nice to her :-) Or if someone called you a supermodel clone would you befriend her? ;) Of course.... If someone called me that i would want to be their best friend :-)
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Latest post on 10 April 2012 - 13:49
Well its good to know we are in safe hands should anything bad ever happen.
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Latest post on 10 April 2012 - 13:22
Now the question is.....why do they feel the need to do a mock practice? I agree..... There is more to this than meets the eye ;)
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Latest post on 10 April 2012 - 13:09
The radio is saying a mock drill too. Surely this isnt right? I think they are fobbing us off.... Too many resources involved in my opinion for it to be a drill.
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Latest post on 10 April 2012 - 13:05
If she is a supermodel clone i wouldnt want to be nice to her :-)
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Latest post on 10 April 2012 - 13:03
As far as i know, there arent any in the springs. However, there is extreme fun in motor city, favourite things in the marina mall, mini monsters on sheikh zayed rd...
 
 
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