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Latest post on 12 July 2011 - 16:22
So long as you are not over your carry-on luggage allowance and the plane is big enough for it to fit in the overhead, you will most likely not face a problem. The maxi-cosi is lightweight and compact compared to other carseats. If I am not mistaken it is also IATA approved and it fits also behind 1st and Business class last seat :)
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Latest post on 12 July 2011 - 16:19
Def. asked to correct the bill. The missing amount will be deducted from one of the hard working people there and I don't want to be the one depriving them of this big for them amount, they don't deserve it. I don't know how I'll look at my face in the mirror if I just leave.
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Latest post on 12 July 2011 - 16:10
Thanks :D Unfortunately the buss is not an option, because my DS is 2,5 and I need to drop him at the daycare. I need to be little more flexible than the buss :) You couldn't do that with a car lift either though-can you delay the new job until you get your licence-isn't your boss aware of the issue? It is a little bit complicated :) Yes, my boss is great and aware of the problem, but I am to take over 99% of the work of one Department and if I am not there lots of other people can't do their jobs :/ If I can't start now, they will have to look for other person to take over :( And I really need this, I have too much free time at my current position :) I know, I shouldn't complain .... but after sometime you need something more and this is perfect opportunity for me. My company do not employ a lot of people as no one wants to leave :) My next chance like this can be after 2 years or even never. As I mentioned it is complicated :) Do you think that maybe I can hire someones driver on part-time basis? I was just thinking :D
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Latest post on 12 July 2011 - 16:01
If you carry your baby in the car seat to the check in they will not stop you to take it on board :D There is no rule that says that you can't carry it
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Latest post on 12 July 2011 - 15:49
If they have legal marriage only. Since it is in your house, you must check if they have legal marriage before letting them live together. If they are not married legally you may be in problem with the Police.
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Latest post on 12 July 2011 - 15:45
Do you have to have a British passport to apply for jobs at the British Embassy? thanks edited by pepito on 12/07/2011 No, jobs that are not for Uk passport holders are advertised here. Usually the salary is too low.
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Latest post on 12 July 2011 - 15:34
Why you want to move to ADCB?! Everything is more expensive there. HSBC is much better. If your deductions are done from your salary, then NO. If the payment is done by Cheque or direct to other account, then Yes, you can move banks. If you are looking into how many branches and ATMs are there and this is the reason for you to move banks, it's better you go to Emirates NBD or even RAK Bank. I ran away from ADCB as they charge you more for everything - from the monthly account charge to the % on loans, credit cards, etc. My advice is for you to look for other than ADCB Bank that works for you and acording to what you require. Cheers :D
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Latest post on 12 July 2011 - 14:00
Thanks :D Unfortunately the buss is not an option, because my DS is 2,5 and I need to drop him at the daycare. I need to be little more flexible than the buss :)
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Latest post on 12 July 2011 - 13:13
If you are lucky you may find also a villa :) Not a lot on the market, but.... Good luck :)
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Latest post on 12 July 2011 - 13:11
Virtu Zone http://www.vz.ae Hope this helps.. :D
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Latest post on 12 July 2011 - 13:08
Hi, sorry I don't remember the name, but there is a company in JLT that is doing just that for you and if I am not mistaken it is not free zone one. Is was between 12 and 25k. I'll try and find the name :D
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Latest post on 12 July 2011 - 12:59
by law -2hrs :D
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Latest post on 11 July 2011 - 14:52
Now I am starting to think that my DS is not ready. He is not doing any of these :( Every time he starts doing something I am taking him to the toilet and the potty, he decides where to go, no struggle, but if I don't do that he will not say anything and just do his thing quietly somewhere and continue playing until I discover the mess. :D I think I'll complete the week as he is not unhappy, but after that again (ohhhhh...) will have to give him some time :( Thanks :) Please post any updates and progress tips when you have any :) I think your DS will get it soon, actually he is getting it, just need little time :) Mine needs lots of time I see now. NT: I used books to make him comfortable on the toilet. Read a story and all was fun :) Now he is not afraid of any of the noises or anything in the bathroom. I will of course let you know how we get on...fingers....and toes crossed!! :D
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Latest post on 11 July 2011 - 12:28
Sounds like a plan. I'll be grateful if you can let me know when will be suitable for you to meet:D Thanks again. This has become a very serious problem for me and as this is my first child I am stressed :) <em>edited by mpp_jl on 11/07/2011</em>
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Latest post on 11 July 2011 - 12:16
Hi mpp_jl, here's a link to her book, I came with it but I'm sure I've seen it in Borders. Alternatively you're welcome to have my copy. http://www.contentedbaby.com/books-potty_training.htm You are the Greatest Moustique :D It will be perfect if I can have your copy if you don't need it any more. I can make a pdf copy of it and get it back to you in case someone else needs it too :)
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Latest post on 11 July 2011 - 12:04
Hi Cargear, I'm going to throw a spanner in the works here and say that I disagree with a lot of what's been said so far. But it's a matter of opinion and every child (and mother) is different. Both my sons were potty trained in less than 10 days and by that i mean, knowing they needed to go to the loo/potty, going to it, pulling their pants down, doing their business and washing their hands - all under supervision of course. Having said that, it was longer for my 2nd who refused to do a number two AT ALL for ages (thank g*d for prune syrup). My first son, like yours spent the first 5 days doing number 2s in his pants too. I realised he was terrified having spent the previous 2 yrs constrained in a nappy, and used to a certain feeling when he was opening his bowls. The penny finally dropped when i realised that he systematically did a number 2 within an hou of his lunch, and i literally followed him a round with the potty. At the first sign, bam, pants down and business done. This was followed with HUGE praises, etc and from that day on, it all went sailing. What you need to remember is you have to stay calm and positive no matter what, and every improvement is a small victory you share with them. I mean we even have a pee and pooh song which we all (maid included even if she doesnt speak French) sing in chorus when the job's done. I actually even caught son number 2 singing it to one of his friend who's being potty trained on a play date LOL. Remember also that at his age your LO is still young, so clear messages are the ones that make sense. For instance I personally never used Pull Ups as i think it sends them mixed messages. OK to mess them but not to be done in pants? Sometime you wear pants, sometimes you wear nappies during the day? Even i'd be confused. Potty training is a messy, smelly, stressful phase. You have to be patient (easier said than done I know). For what it's worth, finally, I used Gina Ford's recommendations for both my DS. I personally think the woman is a military-style control freak but with regards to advice on potty training, for my kids and me anyway, she was spot on. Best of luck - and i hope i haven't upset anyone. As I said each child and mother is different. ETA: what I have found to be a life saver too is having a potette. (foldable travel potty). Best thing ever. Even now he's clean and can hold it, i still carry it everywhere and I know he can safely and hygienically do his business anywhere we go - no hovering required LOL edited by Moustique on 11/07/2011 Thanks for all this Moustique. Always very helpful :) Is this book available in UAE or you came with it? I'll love to have it :D
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Latest post on 11 July 2011 - 11:55
Now I am starting to think that my DS is not ready. He is not doing any of these :( Every time he starts doing something I am taking him to the toilet and the potty, he decides where to go, no struggle, but if I don't do that he will not say anything and just do his thing quietly somewhere and continue playing until I discover the mess. :D I think I'll complete the week as he is not unhappy, but after that again (ohhhhh...) will have to give him some time :( Thanks :) Please post any updates and progress tips when you have any :) I think your DS will get it soon, actually he is getting it, just need little time :) Mine needs lots of time I see now. NT: I used books to make him comfortable on the toilet. Read a story and all was fun :) Now he is not afraid of any of the noises or anything in the bathroom.
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Latest post on 11 July 2011 - 11:33
I've seen this issue in Gulf News. According to the article in case of sale the LL cannot take you out before the end of your contract, but when the contract expires... yes, you need to leave. But, you can start looking for new apartment and at the same time if the apartment is sold you can talk to the new owner and get new contract with him/her.
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Latest post on 11 July 2011 - 11:26
Thanks Saltire..it just happened that a friend of mine here toilet trained her boy recently and he is a little younger than mine and he got it in a few days so I was comparing to him in fairness which isn't fair. And he has an older brother so it would be easier maybe seeing him go and then doing the same. mpp_jl: it must be hard for you when you can't be with him all day. I am with my boy all day as I have a 4 month old boy also but I will have a find work next year so won't be with them as much. My boy used to say wees sometimes and we would put him up on the toilet and he would go there. I said I'd train him once our visitors went and just made a stab at it yesterday week seeing as it's heating up outside also. He could do wee's 7-8 times no bother and could do poos 3-4 times in his pants as (sorry to be disgusting) but they come out in small lumps as opposed to one big one...which im hoping will be easier for him when he does poos on the toilet and is in the squatting position. After reading the other girls posts I'm just going to be more relaxed now about it and not make a fuss and I think it will just click in his head someday hopefullly and will do poos in the toilet... Thanks CarGear :) Yes, when you are not spending a lot of time at home it's not the same. Do you watch him when he is ready to do something and then take him to the toilet or he tells you? :D Sorry I am asking so many questions, but we are trying for the 3rd time and I am really into moving to next step :) Thanks
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Latest post on 11 July 2011 - 11:10
Sadly yes it does :( I can confirm :( Sorry... But make sure that someone else checks it first as it might be unnecessary. I had the same problem and fortunately a colleague checked it and it turned out that this is not the problem, so we saved 2000 that time :) later did that anyway, but only after a year. So be sure that this is the problem as here they like to change everything :/ Cheers and good luck
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Latest post on 11 July 2011 - 11:05
I use sea salt. My DH is diabetic, so salt is not so good for him and the sea salt do not have chemicals in it as do not require treatment. The normal salt is treated with sodium to make it white. I don't have a problem that requires me to use the sea salt, but I like the taste :) In general everything that is not treated and changed much s.o. speak is good for your health :D
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Latest post on 11 July 2011 - 10:58
there was a thread some time back about this I think. You will always get 13 months for the insurance and the registration you can do when the insurance is expiring - yes, you get one month grace :)
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Latest post on 11 July 2011 - 10:50
I have the same problem :( But in my case it is little more complicated. I am a working mom and my DS goes to daycare. I tried to teach him when he was 2,5, but no luck, so as recommended I gave him some time and now we are starting again ... It's a pain ... I think I am not spending enough time with him. He knows what the toilet is for and all that, but sits there for 15, even 30min and when we put the pants back...... ohhhhhh... In the daycare they have even a small size toilet :) very cite and super suitable for his size, but it is impossible for me to control if he is going there or not as they have around 50 children and I do understand that is very difficult to spend too much time with one child over others. I've tried toys too, but as you CarGear.... no result :( How did you know that he is ready? Do you spend all day with him? How many times per day he goes toilet? Thanks :D <em>edited by mpp_jl on 11/07/2011</em>
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Latest post on 10 July 2011 - 15:49
wow.... good girl :) lucky you :) I have a boy and he eats like it is the "last time food will be available" all the time :D Hope next one will be girl :)
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Latest post on 10 July 2011 - 15:37
Congrats!!! I hope it's what you want to do and you will be very happy :D Cheers... (one from me :) )
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Latest post on 10 July 2011 - 15:34
IKEA :D Have one .... not exactly the same, but almost. Yes, it works like that, although I don't keep them outside as too much dust is going into them :)
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Latest post on 10 July 2011 - 15:27
Thank you Monkey Face :) It sounds quite easy ... do I need couple of hours or full day to do all the forms, fingerprints, etc.? Thanks again :D It's a relatively quick procedure once you get the form translated...fingerprints are no biggie, if you can get to a ladies only section, then it will be very quick. You are the Greatest :D Thanks :D
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Latest post on 10 July 2011 - 15:12
Thank you Monkey Face :) It sounds quite easy ... do I need couple of hours or full day to do all the forms, fingerprints, etc.? Thanks again :D
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Latest post on 10 July 2011 - 14:58
Hi, yes... me :) I was invited and passed the interview.... well, after that I decided to take other job offer, but all is real :) just enter all details online and wait :) Good luck
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Latest post on 10 July 2011 - 14:41
Hi, I was wondering if any of you know how to get Dubai police clearance certificate. Thanks :D
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Latest post on 09 July 2011 - 10:52
No actually. The cost of maintenance and quality of building mainly is what I would not go for :(
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Latest post on 09 July 2011 - 10:50
There are very nice and cheap daycare centers in not so popular areas for expats in Dubai. I found the perfect place in International City. if you are interested the name is Kids World and they follow the Montessori system, have swimming and field trips. they work 7 to 7 5 days a week and have around 10 nationalities. It's a trip to go there, but my DS loves it, plus the price is super - 2000/month. If you are interested I can give you the details for you to check if they have space. Cheers
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Latest post on 07 July 2011 - 19:42
don't feel down ... salaries have gone down, but there are still nice opportunities. may I ask what salary you are looking for?
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Latest post on 07 July 2011 - 19:37
Yes, this is right. Insurance is for 13 months and registration is for 12. When your insurance is exp you should do the renewal of the insurance and registration. If you use AXA they will do that for you for free :)
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Latest post on 06 July 2011 - 11:14
Just to add that you can take your car seat with you. My DS was 2mo and he was ok and happy in the car seat. The airline had bassinets, but too full with kids, so were left out :(
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Latest post on 06 July 2011 - 10:48
150 per month or 12 per wash if you want it to be according to you :)
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Latest post on 05 July 2011 - 12:28
Just one thing.... I live in apartment and the meters are locked in the common area. How do I check them? No security, so what I do?
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Latest post on 05 July 2011 - 12:24
OP note, yes there is a trick: DO NOT download Skype 5.0 - it takes up way too much memory for what it does. I was clever enough to stay on my older version. Works fine as it is, why would I want to mess with it and I've since found out that it has a lot of bugs too. See solution: http://www.lovefortech.com/2011/05/27/skype-2-8/ Tried downloading 2.8 for Mac too, no luck :( It makes a difference if you are using Etisalat or DU as they block different things. Try changing. I couldn't do it with Etisalat, but had no problem with DU Good luck
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Latest post on 05 July 2011 - 12:04
lol... thanks for that :D
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Latest post on 05 July 2011 - 11:43
Snoring is a air pass blockage and can be due to so many different reasons. My husband was snoring too, but after we changed our pillows he stopped :) As it turns out the position of the head during sleep can cause snoring - went to a doctor for that...lol.... Now he is ok and only sometimes snores, but very quietly :D
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Latest post on 05 July 2011 - 11:37
HI, I am not 100% sure, but worked with some 4-5 companies and none of them provides insurance for a kid without the parent. It is possible that this is the law. Did you check with your company if you could pay for it yourself? This will be a good option as for companies there will be some discount + will be fast and thy will do it for you, so you do not need to do it yourself :)
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Latest post on 05 July 2011 - 11:28
I am so sorry to hear this :( So unfair.... It will be very difficult for you to find something now :( You should look for something temporary, but it will be secretary of reception and the salary will not be more than 4k :( sorry, but this the situation now and it's better to be prepared. Talk to them to keep the insurance and you will have to pay for it. You should check with the hospital you like also as many have packages on not so bad prices. I went for one in Belhoul as it was cheaper than the insurance - you pay premium and then the cost of the things you need to do is not all covered, so you pay again. Also the doctor was great :) Wish you all the luck possible and congrats on the baby :D
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Latest post on 05 July 2011 - 09:57
2k a month with Tryfty.
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Latest post on 05 July 2011 - 09:37
Hi mpp_jl I would be very interested to know which place your friend got this done. Is it one of the 3 I mentioned below that I was researching? If you or your fiend would like to e-mail me please let me know I'll try and check with her, but she is on vacation right now. I remember that it was a clinic at Healthcare City and the doctor was very famous one and this is why she went to him. I am not sure about the name and I don't want to give you the wrong info :) I've sent her e-mail and if she replies I'll let you know ASAP :) Sorry I don't remember the details, just I'll never consider it, so remembered all the horrible details around and not the actual name :) Hi, slueiman al habib center in dxb health care city and the doctor's name is Gaby Waz. my colleague recommends emirates hospital. :D
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Latest post on 04 July 2011 - 17:35
Thank you for clarifying that. I am thinking of a similar option, just need to find a nursery that does FS1 and caters for 7 month olds, oh and a job! :) good luck with all of those :) just be prepared that not all take kids under 1 or even 1,5 years. I found mine and not moving from there ever :D he he.... what type of job if you don't mind?
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Latest post on 04 July 2011 - 17:28
Hi mpp_jl I would be very interested to know which place your friend got this done. Is it one of the 3 I mentioned below that I was researching? If you or your fiend would like to e-mail me please let me know I'll try and check with her, but she is on vacation right now. I remember that it was a clinic at Healthcare City and the doctor was very famous one and this is why she went to him. I am not sure about the name and I don't want to give you the wrong info :) I've sent her e-mail and if she replies I'll let you know ASAP :) Sorry I don't remember the details, just I'll never consider it, so remembered all the horrible details around and not the actual name :)
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Latest post on 04 July 2011 - 17:07
Agree with tootsie. Even if you have the money to spend, does this mean that you should? NO. This is why I don't like maid sponsoring and use a company + daycare for my LO. He is much happier there and if we don't like the maid we can replace with no extra cost. In the long run I am saving money this way. I don't like too that there are certain nationalities that you can chose from. We first wanted a different nationality and after going to 3-4 places and talking to some nice people there (government) we decided to follow their advice and get a company. Sorry to hijack, but what do you mean by using a 'company'? Do you mean a live-in maid through an agency or sponsoring a maid on a company visa? Many thanks. No, not live-in, just 2 times a week for the cleaning, etc. My LO goes to daycare, so I don't need her to be with him. He is happier there as he gets to play with kids and I am happy as everybody speaks English :) Sorry, but this is important for a small child and both of us with my husband work, so cant really check her all the time. But when we took the contract with DubaiMaid they offered live-in made on their visa. You employ her as full-time house help and can chose to give her accommodation. I am not sure though if this is still legal, but it was ok in 2010.
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Latest post on 04 July 2011 - 17:00
tried to find a picture of it, but this is close.... http://www.dubaisavers.com/Dubai-Deal/hyperpanda-weekly-special-offers-07-january where the pics of the catalog are, second row, first pic, right page, the first red for 159. mine is not exactly the same, but almost. I got it from the same shop for less than 400dhs - LG. it can collect dust of 2 bedroom apartment before needs to be emptied and works perfect for 2 years now extensive use. :D <em>edited by mpp_jl on 04/07/2011</em>
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Latest post on 04 July 2011 - 16:34
Thanks Suze and ABC (and everyone else), I will get him to read this thread I think. It would just be so much more logical (and frankly safer) to have it sent to his work. Don't worry, no one will open your mail. Plus companies check their PO boxes every day or every 2 days so everything will be on time. It's a common practice for UAE and everyone is doing it like that. Cheers :)
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Latest post on 04 July 2011 - 16:31
Agree with tootsie. Even if you have the money to spend, does this mean that you should? NO. This is why I don't like maid sponsoring and use a company + daycare for my LO. He is much happier there and if we don't like the maid we can replace with no extra cost. In the long run I am saving money this way. I don't like too that there are certain nationalities that you can chose from. We first wanted a different nationality and after going to 3-4 places and talking to some nice people there (government) we decided to follow their advice and get a company.