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Latest post on 20 June 2012 - 13:03
I would strongly suggest to change Dr's or get a second opinion from a Pediatric Specialist! I'm actually gob-smacked that a Dr advocated corn flower to a 4 month old :/: There a quite a few Pediatricans who specialize in nutrition - Dr Michael Loubser and Dr Sanja @ Infinity Health Clinic are very specialized in this field! As for sugar, fruit juice - that is a big NO-NO! My DD only started getting tasters of juice once she was over 1yr old! Some self reading if you wish... http://wholesomebabyfood.momtastic.com/solids.htm http://www.askdrsears.com/topics/feeding-infants-toddlers/starting-solids/6-reasons-delay-introducing-solid-food
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Latest post on 20 June 2012 - 12:53
I'm having a csection tomorrow at city w dr Elsa so hopefully should be back home by the time you are in. Pancake - hope everything's going well for you today, looking forward to hearing your daughter's name :-) Ooohhh best of luck for tomorrow LJB2010!!! It seems we will be tagging each other, you're out and I'll be going in ;) And all the very best to Pancake too!!! Seems like there a quite a few July babies who are making an early appearance :D
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Latest post on 20 June 2012 - 08:56
It seems that we are moving from July to June. Entering our 8 month we found out from my previous OB back home that she made a combination of horizontal & vertical incision in my uterus thus not making me qualified for VBAC. We're scheduled on June 26 (12 noon) at City. Anyone there by that time? I'm having my section on the 25th @ 8am with Dr Elsa, so it seems we will be there at the same time ;) Who is you Dr?
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Latest post on 20 June 2012 - 08:55
Wow, not long now Plumie! Are you in City or AH? We'll be thinking of you! My next appt is not until the 30th as my doctor is away, so I am hoping she stays in til then! Thanks Niggly!!! I'm at City with Dr Elsa :)
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Latest post on 19 June 2012 - 16:10
So it seems my July Bubba will be a June baby!!! Had a check up today and no changes since my last appointment :( So it's a case of history repeating itself and thankfully I'm much more prepared for it this time! Section booked for the 25th June @ 8am! Anyone else in hospital at that time? Niggly - we've used Cecile since DD1 was 6 weeks old, right up until about 8 months :) Wonderful to hear that your baby haas turned, hope it's all systems go for you now :D
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Latest post on 18 June 2012 - 18:38
Hey KiranB - good to hear from you!!! You're very brave being away from your DH for so long, I would never have been able to stand the distance :( What are you using for your stretch marks? I've had none this pregnancy *touch wood* but got loads with my first! Bio Oil is one of the best stretch marks oil! Well I think I have jinxed myself, as the aches and pains have set in :\: Lots of tightening across my belly and my back feels like it has been bulldozed! I slept for most of the morning though as DD went to nursery, but I just could not feel rested enough! I did manage to pack my hospital bag this afternoon, just need to get my toiletries tomorrow. I am soooo ready to have this baby now! Just want to get on with things now :) I'm also a big advocate of Cecile De Scaly so we met with her on Saturday to talk us through feeding/sleeping routines as I want to be pro-active this time, instead of re-active! I feel so much more relaxed after meeting with her as I was struggling to get my head around managing a toddler and a new born. Am hoping to keep things as "disruption" free for DD1 and at the same time get DD2 into a routine ASAP! Welcome to the group Daisy Bump! Expatwoman runs a B&B Coffee morning and it's a great way to meet other mums! Check out the "events" section for timings and venues! ETA: we're seeing Dr Elsa first thing in the morning tomorrow! She'll be able to give us a good indication on whether I can hold out for a natural, and if not then we will set the date for our section!!! And don't worry about your weight gain Kiran! Most woman put on 20+kg's in the first pregnancy, so I would say you are pretty much on target for healthy weight gain! I put on 20kg in my first and I've only put on 9kg with this pregnancy! You live and learn I guess ;) <em>edited by plumie on 18/06/2012</em>
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Latest post on 14 June 2012 - 20:00
Day 2 I was still not able to stand up straight, so was basically standing hunched over in the shower! It's a massive bandage which they strap on, and mine got wet but not fully soaked. Just ring the nurses when you are done, and they can put a new clean dry bandage on for you. Cool. thanks for the info. any idea which route you're gona be going down this time? edited by LMAO-DXB on 14/06/2012 I've just added my update on the July Due Date thread, have a look ;)
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Latest post on 14 June 2012 - 19:58
Motherhood really does start before your baby is born already! And the big decisions start way before they are sent off to college ;) AmyAus - it sounds like you are in the right track with your frame of mind! I never got the natural birth I so desperately wanted with my first, and it seems we are heading down that same route again! My body seems to be defying Mother Nature again, so we need to start considering Plan B! I do sometimes look down at my scar, and get teary just thinking about what it represents, it's become sentimental to me in a way?! Keep us updated once your date has been set! I've just hit 37 weeks today and off to pack my hospital bag this week-end :D Making a few big decisions in Tuesday when we see Dr Elsa, so getting pretty excited now!!!
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Latest post on 14 June 2012 - 19:48
Thanks Plumie, thats good to know. Was wondering more because of the wound & dressing - if you needed to wait to keep it dry for a few days. Day 2 I was still not able to stand up straight, so was basically standing hunched over in the shower! It's a massive bandage which they strap on, and mine got wet but not fully soaked. Just ring the nurses when you are done, and they can put a new clean dry bandage on for you.
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Latest post on 14 June 2012 - 19:22
And just a really stupid question, how long do you have to wait after a c-section before you can have a shower? (I know its a really minor detail but just something thats playing on my mind!!) Thanks! LMAO - you can shower as soon as you are ready! I showered the very next morning as my section was in the afternoon and i was still "high" on drugs for the remainder of the day! It's really a mind over matter experience - you can either succumb to the fact that you had surgery and lay in bed the whole 4 days or you can just "get on with it" ;)
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Latest post on 14 June 2012 - 19:17
Destination Maternity is great for stocking up during the sales! The one in Dubai Mall has the largest selection!
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Latest post on 14 June 2012 - 19:13
I would also recommend going for Pregnancy massages, I can highly recommend SensAsia Spa on the Palm! I combined mine with a facial and it was heavenly! As far as I know, you can start or resume exercising after 12 weeks!? I did with my first pregnancy all the way until 39 weeks! Prenatal Yoga and even Aqua aerobics was a great "stress buster" for me ;)
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Latest post on 11 June 2012 - 13:35
Isnt the Bee though like a typical maclaren stroller? I would not say so! Most Maclarens are umbrella fold, the Bee is slightly different but still only requires one hand to collapse it. And way more "plush" ;)
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Latest post on 11 June 2012 - 13:23
SensAsia The Palm - one word - DIVINE!
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Latest post on 11 June 2012 - 13:21
Love the Chameleon, but in hindsight should've gone for the Bee! Way easier to use, load in the car and much more compact! I use the Bee when I London and it's a breeze, love it! With all that said, the Chameloen is one of the lightest strollers on the market and comes out tops for practicality and maneuverability :)
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Latest post on 11 June 2012 - 13:11
When you buy a bugaboo you register it for warranty online, using the unique chasis number, so in theory it should not matter where in the world you buy it from, it should be covered. If there are any problems with it whilst in the warranty period, you can contact bugaboo customer services online, and they will, for example, arrange for a replacement part to be sent to your home address, or collected from your local retailer. I found their customer service exceptional when I had a problem (just what you expect when you pay premium prices!) That is correct! We bought ours in the Netherlands (due to obvious price differences), when the in-laws arrived with it, some of the padding on the handle was damaged and JK replaced it! The warranty is with Bugaboo not the store, they are obliged to honuor it as the sole distributor! Just speak to the owners at JK if the staff are "unsure"!
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Latest post on 11 June 2012 - 13:06
OMW - it seems like a few July babies will be born in June, how exciting!!! A mere matter of days now! Has everyone finished all their shopping? Packed their hospital bags yet? I packed mine at 37 weeks with DD1 so will be doing the same this week-end ;) Saw Dr Elsa last Thursday and Little Missy is still sitting "very high" up! She may be going down the same route as her older sister if she does not make a move on soon! See Dr again next Tuesday and then we will make a decision! If we decide to go for a planned section again, then I would like to hold out until 40 weeks again! Maybe 39 if she really starts misbehaving ;) How is everyone getting on with sleep?! It's loo trips everyone 2/3hrs for me these days! Preparation for what lies ahead I guess! Apart from that I feel great and not too exhausted! Heartburn is a killer at the moment and I'm taking Gaviscon in all forms throughout the day :/: Sorry to hear about all the breech babies! Seems to be a stubborn lot these July Babies! KiranB - hope the tooth removal went well and you could take some painkillers! AmyAus - so sorry to hear of your situation! How are you getting on?
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Latest post on 24 May 2012 - 20:36
Hey July Mummies!!! How is everyone doing??? Seems like everyone has dropped off the radar or busy shopping for all the eminent arrivals :D We've been exiled in the UK for a few weeks and it has been bliss! Making full use of the fresh air (albeit rained almost every day), it was a welcome change to the heat and humidity! 34weeks so the countdown is officially on! Had a check up with Dr yesterday and baby is head down, snuggled in my pelvis and she has started breathing on her own! I have to say it was quite awesome to watch her inhale and exhale, but this was also another sign - that she is ready!!! Meeting Dr in 2 weeks time and then probably weekly after that! No decision has been made re: VBAC or elective section (1st was a section at 40 weeks), as nature will determine this ;) Heartburn has returned with a vengeance and I'm a walking ad for Gaviscon at the moment! Lower back ache and groin pain has started so it's small "waddling" steps for me at the moment :) Sleep - it's taking me between 1 - 2hrs to get comfy as Little Missy is the most busiest from 11pm-1am - kicking and doing all sort of somersaults in her confined little space! Hence me crashing with DD when she goes down for her midday nap! How is everyone else doing? Let's all try to reconnect again, as this place is going to be a ghost town come July when everyone has left for the summer holidays :( Play dates and "at-home-get-together's" will help our sanity :D Update Mumma's :cool:
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Latest post on 26 April 2012 - 16:16
I do Claire! The lovely ladies from EW gave me some wonderful tips on how to make the perfect roast potato and I am pleased to say - I have perfected it now :D It's a permanent fixture on my Sunday menu! Now Yorkshires - that's another story, Aunt B will have to do for now!
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Latest post on 26 April 2012 - 15:47
Aunt Bessie's Yorkshires and Roast Potato's are in full stock in Spinney's Town Centre Springs! She's my go-to-Mamma when I need roasties in a hurry ;)
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Latest post on 26 April 2012 - 14:56
You wouldn't suppose the fat from my very pregnant body will be able to keep me warm enough?! I leave for the UK this week- end, with no closed shoes (swollen feet & canckles), a few jumpers (which I managed to buy yesterday) and a couple of vest/long sleeve tops! Apart from that - my suitcase resembles someone who is going on a vacation to a mildly chilly place...but definitely not suitable for heavy rain and snow :/: Oh dear...am going to go on wishful thinking that I can generate enough body heat to keep myself warm ;)
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Latest post on 17 April 2012 - 17:10
T'was a pathetic attempt at rain! Hoping for some more later, was a lovely smell though ;) Waving from around the corner NIP, I'm street 9 ;) I think I remember CV talking about you before she swanned of to Singapore. We are st 1 Yup! She moved away just as we moved in :(
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Latest post on 17 April 2012 - 17:05
T'was a pathetic attempt at rain! Hoping for some more later, was a lovely smell though ;) Waving from around the corner NIP, I'm street 9 ;)
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Latest post on 17 April 2012 - 16:47
Pelting down Springs 11 :D
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Latest post on 12 April 2012 - 14:07
They would not allow me in with my shopping trolley full of groceries and DD in tow! Wanted me to leave it all outside!? Needless to say...I have not been back in 2 weeks :\:
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Latest post on 12 April 2012 - 14:05
Great, thanks for the info Clairehdp x
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Latest post on 11 April 2012 - 21:26
From the Heathrow website (heathrow.com) [b'>Q: I do not have a disability but would still like some help? A: You could try our meet and assist service, Diamond Air. They can assist with non-English speakers who need a guiding hand. Call +44 (0)20 8897 9183 to find out more. If it is simply help with luggage, Skycaps are available on +44 (0)20 8745 6011.[/b'> Better than Google! :D That's it! Skycaps - so that answers my question about help with luggage :D thanks!
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Latest post on 11 April 2012 - 21:24
I've checked the BA site and either I am being very dim, but I cannot find the section to book assistance?! I've also heard of a "porter service" which is available at Heathrow - how does this work? I just can't see myself coping with a 16month old, 7 months pregnant and trying to haul our luggage off the conveyor belt! Not even sure how I am going to do the long walk through the airport?! My energy levels are good...but not sure how good they will be after a 7hr flight?!
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Latest post on 11 April 2012 - 21:10
I'm flying with BA - can they help me with all 3 of my questions? That would make it very simple and easy!
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Latest post on 08 April 2012 - 16:59
Oh Sami, I am so so sorry to hear of your news! It's been such traumatic road for the 2 of you so far :( Know that there are so many women who will be thinking of you and your beautiful baby during this very challenging time! May God be with you and your whole family and give you the courage and strength to get through this! Keep us updated and positive thoughts that she will only go from strength to strength x
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Latest post on 05 April 2012 - 12:50
Blimey Plumie! How do you manage to find all these sales??! Dont suppose you know when the next Baby Shop sale's gona be on do you??! ;) Hahaha, you're too funny ;) Seriously - I stumbles on it, went in to buy a birthday present! And then went - i'll take that, and that, and that ;) No idea about Babyshop, but Mothercare has 50-75% off selected items - LOL!
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Latest post on 05 April 2012 - 12:21
Happy shopping ladies! Sales ends tomorrow and started yesterday! Managed to bag some big items that I was after for DD so saved heaps :D
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Latest post on 03 April 2012 - 20:33
Just bumping this up! Anyone else have a similar experience with a New Look order? I managed to speak to the customer service in the UK and he said I have to wait until the 13th April before they can process the order as "lost" and refund the money! Aaarrrggghhh!
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Latest post on 03 April 2012 - 15:19
Dawn74 - just wanted to check if you ever received your parcel? I placed an order last month and it was dispatched on the 19th and still not in my hands (or in my closet I should say)! Am really kicking myself for not using my S&S account as guaranteed I would've had it by now :( Was the post office able to help you without a tracking number? TIA
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Latest post on 03 April 2012 - 13:41
BUMP for JoyceB! Not sure if you have seen the recipe ;)
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Latest post on 03 April 2012 - 13:37
Been waiting for this delicacy to open :D Does anyone know what happened to the Copper Chimney? Has it closed down or moved?
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Latest post on 02 April 2012 - 21:25
Calling South African ladies. I remember eating a delish dish while in ZA made from mince mixed with egg and sultanas, plus ??, topped with cheese or was it potatoes and baked in the oven? Think it is an Afrikaans dish. Anyone got a clue what I'm on about? Bobotie! I personally do not like it, but found a recipe for you from my favorite SA recipe site ;) http://www.cooksister.com/2010/01/bobotie-revisited.html
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Latest post on 02 April 2012 - 19:15
MmmMMMmmmmmMMMmm... *so nice*, isn't it plumie?! Lapping it up :cool:
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Latest post on 02 April 2012 - 18:48
Lots of rain - Springs 11! Loving the smell :D
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Latest post on 02 April 2012 - 16:18
Thanks for the feedback Plumie! Just been having a look at Al Maha....wow!!!! Think its a little over our budget for now tho!! Booo!! When your friend went to Jordan, did they do Petra and all the other typical tourist sites? Hope you're well by the way! :) Qasr Al Sarab is not far off from Al Maha (just a bit more scaled down), so really it's a good option if you want a romantic get-away! Re: Jordan - I can ask her to reply to this thread when she has a moment! Might be a bit tied up with a newborn and toddler, but will alert her! All well...apart from the usual pregnancy malarky ;)
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Latest post on 02 April 2012 - 14:54
I've ordered many times from Babysouk! If delivery times do not suit you, youn can always go and pick up from their office (house run) in Um Suqeim! I've done this before and had no problems arranging it!
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Latest post on 02 April 2012 - 14:46
Been to Qasr Al Sarab when we celebrated 12 weeks with our first pregnancy! Love, love the resort and FAB location! Anantara Desert Island - stunning as well! Not been to Banyan Tree! Have a friend who went to Jordon in her 2nd trimester and had no problems with traveling and had a great time! HTH Edited to add: if you really want to TREAT yourself, then Al Maha is as close to first class as can be ;) Been twice already and ts truely a special place!!! <em>edited by plumie on 02/04/2012</em>
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Latest post on 02 April 2012 - 14:38
Thanks Mums (completely forgot about this thread)!!! Had a long chat with her Peadiatrician and she said it was completely normal as DD's immune system has been sheltered for the first year of her life, so pretty common! She also mentioned that February is synonymous for kids getting sick at Nursery - climate changes and also new kids starting at the beginning of the year (bringing germs and bugs with them)! She's confident that it has nothing to do with BV as she knows the Nursery very well and it's reputation has always been great! Indeed - DD has been sick every other week since starting, never a repeat illness, always a new one! So her immune system is going through a check list right now and building immunity against all these nasty viruses and bugs! As DD's Peadiatrician has said - rather for her to be sick now, as you can keep her out of Nursery than when she starts school! JulesLC - I've been searching for this Manuka Honey, where can I find it?
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Latest post on 02 April 2012 - 14:26
... minted mushy peas. Mollydxb, recipe please! Boil your frozen garden peas in chicken stock, Strain, putting a few peas aside for later. Add a little cooking cream and let simmer for 2 mins. Blend or mash with a fork. Add mint sauce until the taste suits you. Add whole peas at the last minute for texture. Enjoy! Stealing that recipe, sounds yummy!
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Latest post on 02 April 2012 - 14:24
Another happy BV Mum :D Before deciding on which nursery to send her to, I visited quite a few and BV come out tops with regards to facilities! I love the huge outside space, the nursery is always spotless, and the garden area wonderful! We had a few teething issues in the beginning, however I cannot fault the Director (Debbie) nor the teacher for dealing with it in a wonderful and very helpful manner! I too love the fact that DD is getting exposure to French & Arabic and has a class with Dubai Drums on Wednesday's! Top marks for organization and another bonus is the wonderful menu they have for the kiddies :)
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Latest post on 29 March 2012 - 09:43
This was something that we really struggled with, so I feel your frustration! There are many ways that you can do this, some harder and some easier! What eventually worked for us, was 2 weeks in the UK! I got my BFF to do the 4:30pm feed with the bottle. From 4:30pm DD cluster feed (so every hr until bedtime), so it was a feed that was more for comfort and if she did not take it was not a train smash! I would leave the house for 1hr so that there was no smell of me in the house, nor could she sense my presence! We also put the TV on for distraction and she was feed in a completely different room from where I would do her breastfeeds! She went from taking 30ml to 60ml by the time we left. By 10 months she was completely weaned, but this was also partly due to the fact that I was pregnant and the composition of my milk had changed, so DD self-weaned herself off the breast! So all-in-all it took us 2 months! The hardest feed for her and me to drop was the bedtime feed! I totally loved cuddling up to DD, all warm and smelling yummy from her bath and just enjoying those last few moments of peace and bonding before bedtime! Weaning from breast to bottle is a very emotional thing for a breastfeeding Mamma to go through, so dot beat yourself up if it does not work on the first few tries! You also have the option of going cold turkey?! Leave for most of the day...and **eventually** he will will be starving and **will** take the bottle!? I could not do this for emotional reasons, but maybe there is someone on here who has done it and it has worked?! Good luck and whatsapp me if you want to chat further x
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Latest post on 27 March 2012 - 20:33
Okay so no need to stress yet as it's only been 10 days ;) No perfumes though! One last question: I keep getting e-mail updates from them, but all in Arabic?! How do I go about changing my e-mails to English?
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Latest post on 27 March 2012 - 20:20
So now I've been getting terrible round ligament pains at night :( Any time I move slightly in my sleep it's a sharp pain down both sides of my stomach! By morning they are alright, and by the time I force myself up and walk around a bit they fade away. Anyone else experiencing these? edited by sourskittleash on 25/03/2012 That sounds all pretty normal...unfortunately :( However always good to check out any pain or ache with your Dr! I remember having it pretty bad with my first pregnancy, however this time I think because things have been "stretched" already I don't feel as bad?! Now back pain...that's another story :/: Welcome to the July Club bamby02!
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Latest post on 27 March 2012 - 20:14
Can't fault them too! Love doing my meat shopping there :)
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Latest post on 27 March 2012 - 20:13
Ladies - I placed a rather large order on strawberry.net and the order was dispatched on the 17th March! Just wondering what is the normal waiting time for orders to arrive from them? And how will I know if it is being held up at the Post Office? TIA
 
 
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