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Latest post on 07 February 2012 - 17:42
Ooo Thanks, I think I have some somewhere but then DS will want some and it's nearly dinner time. It'll have to wait till after bed time, yum!
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Latest post on 07 February 2012 - 17:38
lol! ETA I know feel like eating a donut! <em>edited by Swiss Sandy on 07/02/2012</em>
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Latest post on 07 February 2012 - 17:35
It's actually very unhealthy to do what she prob did to her body so soon after pregnancy! DS is now two and I still haven't completly lost my tummy but I'm healthy and would rather have the occasional piece of choccie than look like her!
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Latest post on 07 February 2012 - 17:29
There was a thread about this yesterday. Again I recommend Dr Hamzeh at the Meadows clinic.
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Latest post on 06 February 2012 - 10:25
I second Dr Hamzah, only just discovered him and he is great! He's fabulous with the kids isn't he? We are down there so much he tells me he is getting me a room ready in the clinic to live in! Save some space for me! I had to go twice in 2 weeks for 2 seperate things and still need to go back for DS 2 year check up!
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Latest post on 06 February 2012 - 10:21
DS is dressed but I'm still in my PJs too. Art class cancelled this morning so decided to take it easy instead. Enjoy your sausages!
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Latest post on 06 February 2012 - 10:17
I second Dr Hamzah, only just discovered him and he is great!
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Latest post on 06 February 2012 - 09:52
What about a special day with mummy, you could transform your living room in a beauty salon for a day and do your nails and stuff or go to the movies and a meal just the 2 of you. My dad has no money and wanted to know what to he could get for my half sister's 11th birthday and I suggested they'd go for a walk just the 2 of them as they don't spend that much time together and I knew she'd love that.
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Latest post on 02 February 2012 - 15:11
because I can afford to be a stay at home mum, have a reasonable size house and do activities with DS during the week. and because yesterday I went to the beach and back home they are all freezing!
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Latest post on 29 January 2012 - 12:20
We also use Finish tablets same as we did back home and they work fine. We try and only buy them on special offer when they have them to cut the cost down a bit.
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Latest post on 29 January 2012 - 09:05
Thanks for your ideas ladies. I was thinking something for the baby but now I might something for the mummy instead. The photography session is a great idea but unfortunatly I don't know the other ladies going!
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Latest post on 29 January 2012 - 09:01
One of my friends lives in Springs 2 and she likes the area very much. The main thing I hear from people living in Springs is that some of the facilities are a bit tired. The play areas are not that great (especially for small children) and the pools not ideal for swimming. Just like somebody else suggested I would have a drive around and look at the facilities in your area (incl. neighbouring Springs). There is a bus from the Meadows Town Centre to Tecom. I don't which is the nearest but stop to Springs 9 but I think it takes about 30 minutes to Internet City Metro Station. It drives around the Greens for a bit (which also have a few cafes and restaurants, a Choitrams, etc)
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Latest post on 29 January 2012 - 08:52
Didn't have a child when I lived in London but I think the buses are fairly easy to use with a pushchair. The main thing you will have to remember is that if the bus is full you will have to fold the pushchair and take your child on your lap. In central London the buses are fairly new and usually have a disabled space where you can "park" (so long as no wheelchairs on board of course). I believe some routes still run the old route masters and those ones would be a nightmare and best avoided (huge step to get in and out and no space). As for the Tube, like JS said you'll have to do a bit of research to see which station have disabled access. The Piccadilly line in particular is very deep and some station only have lifts but if they don't the escalator would be pretty scary with a pram. I took DS (then 18 month) to London in the summer and the station nearest our hotel didn't have lift only steps (no escalator either good old fashion Nothern Line) but each time people offered to help. Same with the stations that had a step to get out the train....
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Latest post on 26 January 2012 - 14:00
I've not used any agencies for regular babysitting, only for one offs. We used Busybees http://www.busybeesdubai.com/ and the ladies have all been very good with DS. The lady we had in December was very good, her name is Fleur. HTH
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Latest post on 19 January 2012 - 14:20
Sit somewhere with a view, a good book and an iced coffee... instead I'm stuck at home with my poorly 2 yr old (2nd stomach bug in 3 weeks), at least I managed to get my iced coffee with my take away lunch (couldn't face cooking after moping the sick) :(
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Latest post on 19 January 2012 - 14:08
I would normally take a bottle of wine and some flowers or a nice box of choccies.
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Latest post on 19 January 2012 - 14:06
DH bought his from the Samsonite shop in MOE. He often carries two laptops in there and swears by it. It wasn't cheap but I think it is the best buy we made in Dubai so far!
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Latest post on 10 January 2012 - 22:14
I will be home tomorrow afternoon. I'll text you my address in the morning.
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Latest post on 10 January 2012 - 19:52
I've got about 10 left if you can come pick them up in the Lakes
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Latest post on 10 January 2012 - 11:15
Rome - although not the most practical with a pram. Maybe if you have one of those backpack thingies for the days you visit the ruins. Museums and churches are fine with pram. We did Venice with 10 month old DS but again not v practical with a pram so we used a backpack carrier. DH was carrying him around everywhere so quite a physical holiday for him ;)
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Latest post on 10 January 2012 - 11:12
An osteopath sorted my sciatica for me too (although that was back home) it can be painful but def worth. I suffered from it all through my pregnancy so I know exactly how you feel!
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Latest post on 10 January 2012 - 11:10
Out of all the rubbish that is being left on our door the only ones we've kept so far are: - Fridge magnets - Pens - Take away menus (especially if they have a discount voucher) - Calendars The note pads/post it notes either get destroyed by my two year old or dissapear on DH desk never to be seen again Other ideas: beach ball or a frizbee, a keyring....
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Latest post on 22 December 2011 - 09:47
my son no. 2 persuaded me to watch the holiday and home alone last night, with a glass of fizz and a pizza, it cheered me up no end and i dont feel so down about christmas now. i suppose after having my son and dil and 3 grandchildren visiting last year and us being alone this year it got to me a bit. but after last night i have woken up full of christmas spirit. and the planes were quiet last night so got a full nights sleep - yippee tonight we are off to see wafi tree and decorations, wafi christmas light show and then on to madinat for the festive area and a glass of glugw. merry christmas one and all. :) just remembered arthur christmas starts today, yay i will be off to see that too. edited by fairwater on 22/12/2011 I know where you are coming from having spent a few Christmases on my own when I lived in the UK! So have a very merry Christmas and enjoy yourself :)
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Latest post on 21 December 2011 - 21:58
Done most of mine but can't find anything for BIL... :( having another go tomorrow.
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Latest post on 21 December 2011 - 21:55
Dreamdays http://www.dreamdays.ae/ DH loved his birthday present (race track experience) <em>edited by Swiss Sandy on 21/12/2011</em>
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Latest post on 21 December 2011 - 20:15
Found some in Centrepoint, 2nd time I managed to find footwear that I don't seem to find in other shops. Next time I'll go there first!
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Latest post on 21 December 2011 - 20:06
Toys R Us in Time Square had a ride on train, not Thomas though.
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Latest post on 21 December 2011 - 14:31
Thanks for the great ideas. DS is 2 now so first Christmas he's starting to understand about Santa perfect time to start our traditions!
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Latest post on 21 December 2011 - 14:27
Somebody posted this link on a Facebook page and it has a different number so maybe try this number and see what they say. http://babybytesme.wordpress.com/2011/09/15/ensuring-safe-taxi-rides-for-your-child/ Please let us know if it works! :) <em>edited by Swiss Sandy on 21/12/2011</em>
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Latest post on 20 December 2011 - 17:50
Thanks I'll head to H&M first thing tomorrow!
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Latest post on 20 December 2011 - 12:42
My niece is only 5 but she is into crafting and making things with her hands maybe have a look on Amazon and check if age appropriate? With boys cars are usually a safe bet or Lego and Playmobile...
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Latest post on 14 December 2011 - 18:45
I think that elephant has been sold as it's no longer in front of the shop.... Could be on its way to Seymour's house!
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Latest post on 14 December 2011 - 18:44
When I lived in the UK I used to sponsor a child through Action Aid. They were really good and it was not just the child benefiting as the whole village got workshops and help building a better life for themselves. If I was to do it again I would choose them again. http://www.actionaid.org.uk/100044/sponsor_a_child_today.html?&mkwid=suNZSUgvw&pcrid=7723474683&plid=&kword=action%2520aid&gclid=CI_Y2Nzlga0CFcRtfAodk3K5eg
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Latest post on 13 December 2011 - 11:30
They do have silver ones if it helps... sorry otherwise I don't know any other place.
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Latest post on 13 December 2011 - 10:26
Haha I'm glad I'm not the only one thinking that and I have a 2 year old currently playing with his train set... oh hold on he wants more oj maybe I should take him to be entertained! ;)
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Latest post on 13 December 2011 - 10:21
For the earring I would say go to Claire's I bought a few pairs there for my 11 year old half sister and she loves them. I have not yet been to Hamley's but Toys R Us in both DFC and Times Square have a good range of toys that I find reasonably priced. I wouldn't be a very good shopping buddy as I have a two year old and don't drive either sorry!
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Latest post on 10 December 2011 - 21:31
I saw it on the way back from Spinney's. Made the drive a bit more interesting and def lovelier to watch that than the traffic (I was the passenger) ;)
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Latest post on 10 December 2011 - 21:14
On the new series front I love Pan Am but otherwise my fav series are not that recent ;) CSI (Las Vegas + New York) Cold Case NCIS Dr Who New Tricks
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Latest post on 04 December 2011 - 14:56
Dirty Dancing (makes me feel like a teenager) Cinema Paradiso (but it makes me cry) and for a giggle My Big Fat Greek Wedding.
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Latest post on 02 December 2011 - 12:16
DH suggested that since you bought a tall tree you could trim/cut the lower branches so that your little one can't reach any. Obviously only works if it's a real tree ;)
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Latest post on 02 December 2011 - 08:59
The Dead Sea is a short drive from Amman from what I remember. I don't anything about Bethany but I can recommand Mount Nebo instead which is less than 2 hour drive from Amman and has wonderful views over the neighbouring country as well a nice little chapel. If you decide on the taxi option don't forget to agree the price (and haggle hard) before setting off none of the taxis are metered.
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Latest post on 02 December 2011 - 08:38
Last year DS was 12 months and not quite walking yet. He was interested in the tree but I told him no touching! I didn't put any decorations apart from the lights where he could reach and the tree survived unscathed from 1st December to early January even it did look slightly odd with decoration at the bottom ;)
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Latest post on 30 November 2011 - 11:40
Thanks SwissSandy......I tried to find the facebook page you mentioned but cannot locate it. Can you send me a link to it? Thanks, Looks like I might have to scrap the idea of setting this up here then if it's already being done by a few :-( Here you go try it this way https://www.facebook.com/?ref=tn_tnmn#!/dubaidesertcharms There is also a website www.wix.com/DesertCharms/Natasha <em>edited by Swiss Sandy on 30/11/2011</em>
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Latest post on 30 November 2011 - 10:06
SwissSandy, Can you tell me where you are getting your hand/foot print jewellery made? Reason I ask is that my good friend in the UK makes this type of thing and I have been thinking about setting something similar up here as I didn't think anyone would do it here? Thanks! Also, about this thread......I'm also having a bit of a mare as it is DH birthday....TODAY! and I still need to go and get him something....arrggh! If you see a stressed out brit lady in MOE later today, that will be me! Normally I am really organised.....not this year! I ordered mine from Desert Charms. She has a Facebook page: Facebook.com/DubaiDesertCharms. I know there is another company doing them here as I've seen them both at EW fair but can't remember the name of the other. Maybe somebody on here will remember...
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Latest post on 30 November 2011 - 09:57
All grey in the Lakes at mo... DS and I waiting for the rain to run in the garden ;)
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Latest post on 30 November 2011 - 09:53
DH birthday is in December as well so 2 presents to think of every December. Just ordered his Christmas present getting him a silver keyring with DS hand and foot print on. For his birthday I'll get him a racing experience from Dreamdays. Whilst on the subjet looking for some socks saying "best daddy" or something similar for DS to give to DH. Anybody seen any?
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Latest post on 27 November 2011 - 22:38
Does anyone know if they sell those little UAE flags in MoE or Ibn Battuta. Or anything with UAE flags or UAE colours that kids can wear for National Day at school. I really don't have time to make anything before Wednesday. I saw lots of stuff in Geant in Ibn Battuta today. Not sure about flags but scarves, hats etc.
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Latest post on 22 November 2011 - 15:24
My first reaction was also to fight your ground but then I thought do you really want to leave your LO with these people? They are obviously not willing to look after him properly if they think they need to expel him! But still get the doctor's not etc as MomofTwins suggested so that the next nursery can't say they wont take based on the first place judgement...
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Latest post on 22 November 2011 - 15:18
DS(who is nearly 2 now) and I have been going to Booggie Babies since June and love it. They have classes all over Dubai. We also tend to go one of the Coffee Mornings once a week. I don't know where you live but the Dubai Marina Mums group on Facebook organises things on a regular basis as well.
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Latest post on 22 November 2011 - 15:10
You could try Timberland for boots similar to Caterpillar Yes Timberland have similar ones orr some of the regular shoe shops tend to sell the Caterpillar ones.
 
 
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