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Latest post on 03 January 2016 - 15:44
Dr Braithwaite at American Hospital. She has lots of experience with all sorts of (difficult) cases.
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Latest post on 03 January 2016 - 00:51
I have tried doing some research but can't seem to find an actual answer. The fact that lots of people do it, does not make it legal either. Agree with making sure they are legally married. My understanding is they need a marriage certifictate which has been attested by the UAE ministry (just like we had to do ours). If it does not have the right stamps they are not considered legally married. I always thought that it was illegal unless you are also the sponsor of the husband (like if he is hired as the driver). If he works outside of your home he is not allowed to stay there, but like mentioned before I would like to know where I can find the exact rules.
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Latest post on 02 January 2016 - 00:36
A friend of mine is looking to hire her first maid. The lady she is looking at to hire is married and wants to live in with her husband. I think this isn't allowed, but am not entirely sure. The husband does have a job (and a sponsor), so it would only be the wife who would be sponsored by my friend and her husband.
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Latest post on 25 September 2015 - 20:24
The reason there is only a limited range has to do with the Halal food rules. A lot of the dishes you mentioned would contain either pork (in some form) or non-halal meat or even just something like stock.
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Latest post on 24 September 2014 - 21:54
Thanks for your replies. Roberts, the UAE embassy does not offer the same kind of service and only mentions a pre arranged airway bill for the return of the document. Looks like I am going to have to use an agency. Tattie I'll take a look at the one you've mentioned and I'd be happy to hear of any others that other EW posters may have used. Many thanks again.
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Latest post on 18 May 2014 - 16:00
Thanks Wicked, then we can hopefully plan it in such a way that he will be back in the country before the grace period of her visa is up. Are maids allowed to work during that period? I.e. could she stay with us and work for us?
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Latest post on 18 May 2014 - 13:16
Hello, I am looking for some expert advise. It looks like we've finally found a maid. The only thing is that she does not finish at her current employers until the end of the school year. This is itself is not a problem, but my DH will be away most of July. I wanted to know if it is possible if we manage to get all the necessary documents signed and together for me to organise the sponsorship on his behalf? He would still be the sponsor, but I would be the one who would file all the paperwork etc or does he physically need to be in country? Any advise welcome!
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Latest post on 03 May 2014 - 21:13
Hello meadowsgirl, Welcome to the sandpit! I hope you will enjoy your time here. I can't comment on the school issue as my little one is not in school yet. With regards to a maid you have two (legal) options. Hire a full time maid (usually live in) or use a maid agency and get a part time maid to come a couple of times a week. I've been here a few years and we have recently decided to start looking for a full time maid but up till now we've used an agency girl. When it comes to not working, there are lots of things you can fill your time with here and it will depend on you if you will go crazy or not :) Just as a side note, it is not so easy to find a part time job here. I would recommend going to a couple of coffee mornings to meet some new people. EW do some lovely ones at various locations and times. Good luck with your move!
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Latest post on 03 May 2014 - 20:55
http://mermaidinthesand.wordpress.com Is my blog. I write about various things, but most posts at the moment are about my daughter. I don't post very often as I don't always get the time to sit down and write. I use wordpress which I like. My advice would be to just start posting!
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Latest post on 03 May 2014 - 20:45
I like www.dubaiunveiled.com And although this lady lives in Qatar, she writes very well: www.kirstyriceonline.com I'd also humbly like to add my own blog: www.mermaidinthesand.wordpress.com
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Latest post on 21 April 2014 - 13:53
Then I think that if we do decide to hire this lady it will mean a trip to Kish for her. Just hope she won't be stuck there for too long as it seems like a bit of a silly trip. Just out of interest when was the last time you hired a maid? You mentioned this was recent? Who knows they may have changed the rules again...
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Latest post on 21 April 2014 - 12:57
Thanks for your reply Xmasbaby. We are a little reluctant to hire her before meeting her as it will be our first time employing a maid. I was searching other posts, but the ones I found were a little old and mentioned that essentially it is impossible to hire a maid from the Philippines without making use of an agency (who charge quite a lot). Do you know if this is still the case? I also read that instead of sending them to Kish you can let them fly to Oman and then they come back the same day so won't have to stay overnight etc.
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Latest post on 28 October 2013 - 10:48
Global village is always a nice place to look for art. We bought a couple of paintings from Iraq a few years back and I still love looking at them every day. The African Masks and shield that my husband insisted on getting not so much, but I suppose that's life ;)
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Latest post on 28 October 2013 - 10:45
If you can find a Gynecologist that you are happy with, then there is no need to go back home I think. I delivered at American Hospital with Dr Braithwaite, but I have heard good things about the Dr's at City Hospital as well. Just be advised that with regards to a British passport, your child will have no trouble receiving one, but his/her children may have an issue if he/she gives birth outside of the UK with someone who was also not born in the UK.
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Latest post on 20 October 2013 - 14:53
Thanks Polly!
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Latest post on 20 October 2013 - 13:38
Cream of tartar is a by-product of wine, so that is why you can't (always?) find it here. I brought some over from SA when I was on holiday there this summer. That doesn't help you much though. Have you tried google to see what you could use as a replacement?
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Latest post on 16 September 2013 - 21:00
I think the stalks are the best part :) Yes you are tight, but whatever makes you happy!
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Latest post on 16 September 2013 - 20:51
I used the epi-no, but not religiously.I did have a small 2nd degree tear but considering I had a vacuum assisted delivery I do think it helped.
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Latest post on 15 September 2013 - 13:24
Miele front loading washing machine. It is a bit of an investment but such a great machine and really built to last. My tumble dryer is a Samsung and that's great too My dishwasher is an LG and I hate it!! It doesn't clean the dishes very well and leaves them rather damp.
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Latest post on 31 July 2013 - 18:27
There are 100 Fils in one Dirham. (It's like cents or pence) So, if something is 20 fils per minute it would be 5 min per dirham.
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Latest post on 31 July 2013 - 13:57
I had it quite bad as well. First 3 weeks of all day sickness and only being able to drink 7up and not really eat anything, then after that throwing up virtually every morning almost til the end of my pregnancy. I chose not to take meds as after I'd throw up I'd be reasonably fine for the rest of the day. Nothing really worked for me, but there are a few things you can try. Some women prefer 'hot' things such as ginger, whereas others feel better with 'cool' things such a mint and lemon. Try eating something like a biscuit while you are still lying down in bed and keep eating small bit throughout the day. There is homeopathic medicine called Nux Vomica that can help as well. Good luck, many women find that once they reach week 12-14 it all goes away!
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Latest post on 31 July 2013 - 13:43
I love Dr Delphine at Motor City MediCentre, she is a lactation consultant and family Doctor so she does babies as well as adults. Her colleague Dr Omaima is a pediatrician and really very good as well. Good luck with your delivery and the days after!
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Latest post on 23 July 2013 - 22:22
Lol Tattie, so right! I used to wonder why you see boxes if tissues everywhere, but they are a necessity! Lots of brow mopping today as if the sweat gets in your eyes it stings. When you go out you think long and hard about how to park closest to where you need to be, especially now that I have a small baby!
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Latest post on 23 July 2013 - 22:07
If you do not have a licence you are not allowed to bring alcohol in I think, but I have never been asked for my licence (which I do have). With a licence you are allowed 4L per adult. I always buy wine directly from the wine farms when in SA and put them in my suitcase.
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Latest post on 10 July 2013 - 17:09
Best buys: http://www.troll.lv/eng/product_catalogue/innovative-products/bedside-crib-tm1.html Love my Troll crib. All I need to do at night is lift her over and I can feed her lying down. TripTrap with infant seat. We have a nosy labrador and this seat keeps her away from the dog. She is often in it when I am cooking. The play pen. It's a wooden one and the bottom can be put at two different levels. Again it keeps my little one safe from the dog while she sleeps or if I need to go to the bathroom etc etc. Gro-swaddle. Muslins work as well, but this is the only one that she will stay wrapped up in all night and not wake with cold feet. Worst buys: Babasling. I can not seem to get how to use it. Will keep persevering as I need to be able to use some sort of sling when I go back home to carry my baby through the airport. Baby Gym and toys, so far she is not interested in any of them... Mobile: although she loves looking at the little bears passing over her head, the music it plays drives me dilly. I really don't like having Schubert's Wiegenlied stuck in my head ALL THE TIME! Fleece suits: a gift from South Africa. Great thought but we live in the desert and my baby was born in May. Although if we ever want to take her to the cinema it might be useful as the temperature in there is about -5 :)
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Latest post on 01 July 2013 - 15:24
I'm not sure. It could have been, but maybe it was later. Will check the weather reports from that day and see if anything jogs my memory. Thanks again for your help Anon.
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Latest post on 01 July 2013 - 11:45
I know it was towards the end of April or the beginning of May. We're in the Ranches and the car was at home when it happend. Good point Anon about it needing to rain in the right area as well!
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Latest post on 11 June 2013 - 13:47
Congrats Lexie! Thanks Tattie and Philly! Am up for getting together and showing off our gorgeous babies! xxx
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Latest post on 11 June 2013 - 13:41
Thank you MrsCB. Sorry for the late reply!
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Latest post on 04 June 2013 - 13:21
Just wanted to let you know that last week Wednesday at 12.33 my little girl Alexandra arrived! She weighed 3624gr and measured 51cm. Didn't have an easy delivery, but she is so worth it! She and I are both doing well.
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Latest post on 26 May 2013 - 12:01
Nope, but I will keep an eye out for you. To me it is the most disgusting thing on the planet, but DH loves it and always brings back a couple of jars when he goes home...
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Latest post on 24 May 2013 - 15:39
Wouldn't know how you would manage with two trays and your little one on your lap. Bring food for her and for yourself that you can just pick at. A sandwich, some carrots and hummus things like that. Are you travelling by yourself?
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Latest post on 24 May 2013 - 15:34
Still no sign of my baby :( Trying out all the tips to get this labour started and am really hoping to avoid an induction!! 40+2 today. I know I'm impatient, it's just that since Monday evening I have been very ready to meet her so it lfeels like I have already been waiting for 5 days :)
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Latest post on 23 May 2013 - 13:24
Mine hasn't. I think it depends on the Dr. I am assuming that if you would like them to, they can do it. She doesn't use the ultrasound each visit either, but just checks the baby by talking to me and by feeling her on the outside. She usually also uses the Doppler to listen to the heartbeat.
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Latest post on 19 May 2013 - 14:42
We leave them on at 28/29 but I think it makes a difference if you live in a villa, or an appartment. Even with leaving them on it takes about half a day (in summer) to cool the house back down to a human temperature, so goodness knows how long it would take if we left it off. Know that when we arrived here the inside temp of the house before we moved in was something like 32 or 33 downstairs and even hotter upstairs. Yes to closing blinds and curtains to keep heat out as much as possible!
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Latest post on 19 May 2013 - 14:38
Their site is up and running again. Now off to find marriage certificate that has been attested by MOFA... not sure if I have one, or if the office has one (as I am under my DH's sponsership) or if I need to go and get it attested. Do you think they will have a ladies cue at the MOFA?
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Latest post on 16 May 2013 - 16:13
Awaiting going into labour. Less then a week to go so could be any minute :) In the mean time I will do some more cooking to fill up the freezer, hopefully meet up with a friends who is on a business trip here and on Saturday we can hopefully pick up our new car!
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Latest post on 12 May 2013 - 10:25
Hi Sharan, I'm due around the 22nd, so not far off. How are you feeling? I am sort of torn between being fed up with being pregnant and wanting to meet our little and girl and not wanting her to arrive before the due date and dreading delivery :D Undecisive? Who me? ;) How are all the other May ladies doing?
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Latest post on 12 May 2013 - 10:13
Thanks Simpleasabc! I will use my Aramex account. Non of the things are very heavy and there is only one of them that I need asap, so hopefully that one will come through quite quickly.
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Latest post on 12 May 2013 - 09:58
Goodmorning, I have a couple of things that I need to order from amazon.uk and I was wondering what would be the fastest way to get them to the UAE? Do I have them sent to my Aramex account and then have it shipped from there or does Amazon deliver directly to the UAE? If Amazon deliver directly, what address would I use, our physical one or the p.o. box one? Sorry for the silly question, but my pregnancy brain is preventing me from making a decision.
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Latest post on 07 May 2013 - 17:01
Thanks Yorky, it's too hot for me outside at the moment... silly hormones. Also am not sure if Dhow&Anchor is smoke free inside? Think we might go to the Thai restaurant at the Palace Hotel. Been once before and really enjoyed it. Will be great for our friends to see the fountain show as well.
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Latest post on 07 May 2013 - 16:02
Gentle bump :)
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Latest post on 07 May 2013 - 15:38
Some ladies may be very happy to wear secondhand bra's in particular. I always donate my unwanted ones to my in-laws maid in South Africa and she makes sure she finds a good home for them in her loca community. When you are poor and you have nothing a secondhand bra (especially if still new) can make you feel great.
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Latest post on 05 May 2013 - 13:12
Thanks so much for giving me some quantities. Do you think one small pack of nappies, one pack of maternity and 20 or so breast pads will be enough? Have also been told to bring either a camelbak bottle (or similar) or bendy straws. Will try to forget lipbalm :)
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Latest post on 04 May 2013 - 12:34
Reviving this thread. One question I have is how many clothes to pack for the baby, how many undies for me etc etc. I am struggling to make sense of the quantities. I think I'll be staying in the hospital for two nights as that seems standard here.
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Latest post on 30 April 2013 - 11:30
Hello, Only 3 more weeks till due date!! Can not believe how quickly it's going!! Wish I was able to do more like Lexie though, but everytime I do too much the next day I spend on the couch in pain with swollen ankles. Such a glamorous thing, pregnancy lol. Saw Dr yesterday. All is well and baby is in the right position and is slowly moving down into my pelvis. Just hope she will remain inside at least till DH gets back from his business trip next week. It's only a couple of day that he will be in Saudi, but I have told him that he better not miss the birth of his firstborn child or I will hold it against him for all eternity :D Have any of the other May babies arrived or is it only little Flynn that jumped the gun? Philly, maybe we can try and catch up next week sometime? I can still fit behind the wheel, so can come down your way.
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Latest post on 26 April 2013 - 20:29
In c4 and geant it's called epoise. It's the same thing and comes in big (evil) tubs. Sooo yummy!
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Latest post on 26 April 2013 - 17:09
I like Caris and it's not too unusual or hard to spell. I agree with not telling anyone. We're keeping the names we've picked a secret as well because evtybody has an opinion! Just be careful not to tread on toes if you are expected to name you LO after family members and don't want to do that
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Latest post on 26 April 2013 - 17:04
Depends a little on the rest of the food. Am guessing you're having a buffet style meal? Maybe do a pasta or couscous salad? A homemade soup is easy to do and nice and filling. Dips such a hummous are great too. A quiche or something like a spanish omelette are nice too.
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Latest post on 16 April 2013 - 21:33
Can not believe I only have 5 more weeks to go from tomorrow! So looking forward to meeting our little girl. Still have lots to do, but spd pain is playing havoc with my ability to get things done and pain is making me super cranky and snappy :( Philly, how is Flynn doing? Still being a perfect angel I hope. Are any of the other May ladies close to their EDD?
 
 
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