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Latest post on 22 October 2012 - 09:44
You can try Healthbay Polyclinic. Or take turns with your husband. ;-)
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Latest post on 21 October 2012 - 11:20
OK-I won't say Fida in Satwa! Try going down the back of one of the al Washia stores in the malls-they always have bling in the front and a small sewing section in the back. Thanks wuffles- What exactly is an "al Washia" store? :-)
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Latest post on 12 October 2012 - 12:13
Thanks to all for your advice. :-)
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Latest post on 12 October 2012 - 11:34
I do not offer my maid any sick leave etc officially, paid or unpaid, but, I do treat her as part of our household. When someone is really sick, of course, you help them. When my maid was sick, I was there, helping her at the hospital. I know she appreciated my efforts. Of course, I did not deduct the few days she was sick from her small salary. If your maid is sick all the time, however, perhaps you should reconsider employing her. I'm just talking about a cold and a cough.
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Latest post on 12 October 2012 - 10:44
as she is leave in can you not just use judgement and offer as required...... personally wouldn't offer any as a set in stone but allow sick days when and if required..... Thanks. Do you feel they should be paid sick days or unpaid?
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Latest post on 12 October 2012 - 10:42
Hi we're going to the Dubai Little League trials today and there is normally a stall there selling equipment, we got a glove there last year and a bat, it's a Louisville Slugger and they had Wilson too. Not a huge selection but enough. Apparently the shop is near Trade Centre Roundabout but I can't remember what it's called, will try to find out today for you. For today's trial you had to be signed up already with DLL. Hope this helps Thanks!! If you cold let me know the store name, that would be awesome and a great help!!! Kids are signed up but there are no trials for T-Ball. Thanks so much!!! Have fun at the trials. :-)
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Latest post on 08 October 2012 - 12:14
Hello- I'm looking for vacation recommendations! Where are good places to visit during Christmas, on this side of the world? We will be traveling with a 5, and 4 yr old and an almost 3 month old. Thanks!!
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Latest post on 07 October 2012 - 10:34
Hi Tara.k, yes, I'm from Ohio...you too? I'm originally from central Ohio (Newark, near Columbus), went to school and lived a bit in southwestern Ohio (Oxford/Cinci), and am currently from the Cleveland area (Strongsville). BuckeyeD- Are you from Ohio, by chance? :-) No kidding!!! I'm originally from Rocky River! I have a sister living in Strongsville! :-) Small world... :-)
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Latest post on 07 October 2012 - 10:26
i definitely have one bag at home, perhaps even two. you are more than welcome to that as i started using the bottles. i couldnt get the measurements right with the bags LOL eta: not A BAG .. i mean, a box containing bagS :D edited by ilovewine on 04/10/2012 edited by ilovewine on 04/10/2012 Ilovewine- Great name!! Me too! ;-) If you still have them, I'd be grateful for the box o' bags! You can contact me at tarakeinath at gmail dot com.
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Latest post on 07 October 2012 - 10:00
fvap dot gov [url=http://www.fvap.gov/'>link[/url'> you can fill out a form to request an absentee ballot, and also email it, but you will also have to send in the hard copy form for signature purposes. Depending on your state, they can email you the ballot or send it regular mail. all the info is there, hurry! edited by BuckeyeD on 06/10/2012 BuckeyeD- Are you from Ohio, by chance? :-) Thank you all so much for your replies! I'm going to check out that link! :-)
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Latest post on 06 October 2012 - 08:33
Do I have to register every time!? I'm blacking out over here!!!
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Latest post on 30 September 2012 - 11:54
What???!! Not yet a recommendation for Revenge???!!! REVENGE IS AWESOME!!!!! :-)
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Latest post on 30 September 2012 - 11:50
I could never live here forever. Living in Dubai will take years off your life- like the toxins from cigarettes. Only, it does it through frustrating and stressing the heck out of you. Maybe you have reached your Dubai limit.... have you though about go back to your home country? Haha! I suppose that will happen to alot of us. ;-) Our 1 year anniversary here was late June- another year or two to go... Most of September was just a rough month... Although the 26th was a highlight - had my baby... :-)
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Latest post on 30 September 2012 - 11:36
I actually feel proud to say that I DO NOT feed my kids this stuff. There is a reason our bodies and children's bodies look different than they do from back in the 80's and before. And thats not to mention the other health issues that are present today...
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Latest post on 30 September 2012 - 11:31
Thanks guys, although I have looked and not seen in Babyshop. Where is Planet Maternity?? Never heard of it. :-)
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Latest post on 30 September 2012 - 11:30
I could never live here forever. Living in Dubai will take years off your life- like the toxins from cigarettes. Only, it does it through frustrating and stressing the heck out of you.
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Latest post on 30 September 2012 - 11:17
AGREED! Malls on a friday are a true nightmare. Although my nightmare at MOE happened on a Sunday early afternoon. To make a long story short: I was 34 weeks pregnant (recently) a man followed me from one store to another. While at Tenzenis, he approached me, told me a story about how he's a med student, and GROPED my pregnant belly. It was a physical assault, the store clerks did nothing- i walked to find security- burst into tears and after waiting in security office for 3-4 hours while they viewed the footage- they lost him. To sum it all up: "DUBAI". You leave your home, you will be upset or inconvenienced, or perhaps worse. :-/
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Latest post on 30 September 2012 - 11:05
From Palmera 4, AR it takes 13-20 minutes to get to and from ASD. Unfortunately, recently Hessa St has been backed up in the morning- don't know why. If your after school activities don't begin right away, you'll have to figure out a place to go nearby in between, and not go home- too much of a pain.
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Latest post on 30 September 2012 - 10:58
Better to not feed this "junk" to your kids. Its not the same as when we were growing up. Can it even be considered food??!
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Latest post on 16 September 2012 - 09:24
Hmm... I use 1/2&1/2 in my coffee but don't know what "single cream" is. Guess I'm no help. Do a google search.
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Latest post on 16 September 2012 - 09:05
Are you trying to find 1/2&1/2?
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Latest post on 16 September 2012 - 09:03
Hello- I am using ( am currently pregnant) Dr. Christian Josza at Healthbay PolyClinic. He is associated with City Hospital. In the same office is Dr. okzus. I DO NOT recomment her. Also, I have heard great things about Dr. Gertrude Koster, if you can locate her.
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Latest post on 16 September 2012 - 08:57
Also, a new law requires you to have a registered Tenancy contract which also requires you to have the property "title deed" , in order to aquire a Visa for your Maid. We found this out as we began the process, and after having to wait for our landlord to come back from holiday, we now have to wait an additional 20-25 days to get this stupid peice of paper. By then, our maids temp visa will be expired and we will have to pay a daily fine. The joys of Dubai...
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Latest post on 16 September 2012 - 08:51
We rushed into our first maid and she only lasted 2 weeks! Honestly, I did not lay down the law like I should have (because this was our first experience-I was "green", and The whole thing was rushed. She ended up not being able to do things that she said she could- cook, read/follow recipes, understand and speak English clearly, etc. I learned quickly that "yes ma'am" didn't mean she understood anything I said, as she would end up doing the opposite!! Also, her "husband" would show up during the work day and I wouldn't even know it until I spotted him in her room! My advice- take your time, interview well and stay away from anyone with a boyfriend or a "husband". The marriage documents can be fake. It's so confusing and overwhelming, I know. Take your time to make the right choice. :-) Good luck!!!
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Latest post on 14 September 2012 - 10:42
Thanks Mascar! I'll take a look. :-)
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Latest post on 14 September 2012 - 08:13
I went to Mirdif City Center yesterday to check out the Babyshop sale. Seems like almost all baby stores had great sales going on! I went a little crazy! Still looking for nice, soft baby bath towels. Of course Baby shop had a ton of them, but the styles were cheezy. Still need a carseat mirror for rear-facing baby- Babyshop was sold out. And the only place that i could find nursing tank tops was Mamas & Papas.
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Latest post on 11 September 2012 - 21:45
Thanks for the sale tip!! Anyone buy a monitor that they would recomend from Babyshop? Video or regular? Unfortunately, my husband purchased a stroller on his own from Babyshop last weekend. :-/. Could have used the sale for that one!
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Latest post on 11 September 2012 - 21:38
Sydneygal- Can you tell me which video monitor you have I am thinking of purchasing one. Does it work well with these thick cement walls? Thanks! Glad I bought - video monitor....my favourite gadget by far. - bugaboo pram...still using it at 16 months....I find it super comfy for DS and easy to use - humidifier for bubs room....helped with snuffles and provided great white noise....we still use it - Ikea antilop high chair....so easy to clean and cheap as chips! Things I didn't use much - bumbo...DS didn't fit in it for long and never looked that comfortable - Pottery Barn playmat...my DS found it boring even a a young age and I spent more time trying to get our cat off it - little baby hats...we never used these,especially since DS had such thick hair
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Latest post on 11 September 2012 - 21:32
Aw, thanks for the well wishes ladies! :-) Golly, not even a pacifier? Oh well, glad to hear about good experiences there. I need staff around me that will be awesome! I've just been informed that the baby is estimated to be around 9lbs in utero, and my due date is one month out. (!). :-o I have also been informed that my blood platelets have dropped to a level of concern. Ah, the not so warm and fuzzy side of pregnancy. Thanks or your input. :-)
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Latest post on 08 September 2012 - 21:14
Where can you buy your Miele HEPA machine? When I got one 5 years ago they didn't have them in the malls, just at their showroom somewhere near the creek with no parking. I need to get another one and don't fancy that journey again! edited by Frazzled on 08/09/2012 Along SZR near the Trade center roundabout. Don't forget to buy a few boxes of bags to save yourself a trip back in a few months. :-)
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Latest post on 08 September 2012 - 07:57
If you are able to download App's, there is one called "what's for dinner". You can type in one ingedient or a few and it searches the internet for recipes and shows you a list. There is a free version (lite), or one you can pay a little for a extended version of it. Its a great app!
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Latest post on 07 September 2012 - 10:23
Missymoo- DVR is a way to record shows through your DU cable box. You can schedule it to record the entire series! I also do it for The Today Show, and kids movies. "Revenge" is an AWESOME show. I love it!!!! I DVR it because I can't stay awake! Nolan is my favorite character. :-) Revenge is GREAT!!!!! Started watching in Oz but missed end of season 1. Tara what is DVR? And how do u do this?
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Latest post on 07 September 2012 - 10:18
Miele!!! Bought one in the States and wasn't sure it would work here, so we bought one here too! Love it!!! Originally bought our first canister Miele with HEPA to alleviate my sons allergy to our cats. It made all the difference- no drugs!! I read a ton of reviews on Amazon, and it helped. Since moving here, the issues have changed- the dust and mold spores are a problem and much harder to vacuum it all up. Having the a/c ducts properly cleaned an sanitized is all you can do for that. But the Miele, is still the way to go. I have used my sisters' Dyson at her house and there is at least a 1.5- 2 inch gap beween where the vacuum reaches and walls. Not a issue with the Miele.
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Latest post on 06 September 2012 - 19:43
"Revenge" is an AWESOME show. I love it!!!! I DVR it because I can't stay awake! Nolan is my favorite character. :-)
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Latest post on 04 September 2012 - 21:47
Thanks plum- What is a "red warning triangle"?
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Latest post on 04 September 2012 - 21:39
How old is your child D-J? I can recommend Dr. McEwan. He has a wonderful bedside manner and genuinely cares about your child. My son snored and had sleep apnea so bad, so by the advice of a Dr in the states, we had his adenoids removed when he was 2 + eight months. 2 months later, we moved to Dubai and within 2 weeks, the snoring and apnea started again, and he also complained of sore throats and ears. :-(. I put off getting it looked into and it only got worse. Couldn't imagine going through another surgery after such a short period of time! When my son saw Dr McEwan, he informed me that my sons Tonsils were "massive" and had to come out. My son finally had the surgery at the end of this past May - 1 year and a month after the first surgery. Guess what- not only were his tonsils the size of an adults, but his adenoids had partially grown back! The recovery with the tonsils is rough. But, my son no longer snores nor does he stop breathing as he sleeps. :-). I was stressed before the surgery and every time I would check on him while he slept. After the surgery, I now feel so relieved and happy for my boy. :-) Good luck!
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Latest post on 31 August 2012 - 20:30
This is so scary. People think Dubai is this safe haven, and its not. I have been sent many alerts through my childrens school email warning parents about children being scooped up in Choitrams in attempted abductions, or vans pulling up asking kids on the street to get inside. People have tapped my kids on the head, but if anyone EVER tried to pick them up or walk off with them, I would alert security. This is totally unacceptable. How can your husband be so niave??? How can he put his daughters safety on the line like that??? Honestly, I would be afraid to leave my child with their father alone if he were this irresponsible. I am sorry to come off so harshly, but this is very serious.
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Latest post on 27 August 2012 - 21:44
apart from dada? should i be worried? No- kids are all so different. But if you are concerned, talk about it with the Pediatrician. :-)
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Latest post on 27 August 2012 - 10:01
Anyone know where a 34 week pregnant woman can get a prenatal massage? The place I had been going to only goes until 7 months. I need someone to massage me through the end!!! I live in Arabian Ranches, so something not too far would be great-thanks!!!
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Latest post on 27 August 2012 - 07:48
I had Churchill came out last year for a quote, and after all the time they spent at my house, they never got back to me with a quote!! Waste of time!!! Brummie bird- your quote sounds fine. Mine was 3700 or 3800- depends how many ac units you have.
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Latest post on 26 August 2012 - 10:08
I had the same tiny ants. They would even make their way to the dining table and a table next to the couch! I have repeatedly found the point of entry arounf the patio door, so I then seal it with silicone. After that , they seem to find a new point of entry around the same patio door. We seal that then. I called a pest control company and came close to setting an appt just last week, until the person told me that pregnant women and children 3 and under need to be out of the house for 24 hrs!!! What the heck do they spray around here??!! Well, I am pregnant and I have 2 children and cats. I have heard about deaths being related to toxic pest control sprays. My friend even told me how a few years back, someone had their apartment sprayed, and within a few days 2 of the neighbors triplets died ( toxins must have made their way through the vents). My advice? Spray outside, but find the point of entry and then seal it with silicone. We haven't seen our ants for almost 1 week now. :-)
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Latest post on 26 August 2012 - 09:57
Don't do it- not worth the risk!!
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Latest post on 25 August 2012 - 20:15
By the way Shannon, thanks for the Pottery Barn tip. Had a crib and changing table delivered by them a few days ago. :-)
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Latest post on 25 August 2012 - 20:10
I have a front loader unfortunately - I will maybe try vanish tablets was just using the powder Was at Spinneys Motor City earlier and they have Crown Liquid Blue. It has instructions for front loaders. :-) Do you regularly use bleach?
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Latest post on 25 August 2012 - 11:51
If you have a top loader ( or an enormous bin), there is a liquid blueing agent that really does make whites WHITE! I used to use it in the US, but then we purchased front loader machines. I have seen it in grocery stores, but cannot recall the name. You may also see it in the section that sells detergents for traditional mens dress.
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Latest post on 25 August 2012 - 11:48
Thanks ladies! Have you found shop n ship to be better or any different than Aramex? Aryanwynn - the little one is a gymnast with hiccups! The other night, my 2 son's along with the baby in the belly had the hiccups at the same time! Too funny! Thanks for asking. :-)
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Latest post on 25 August 2012 - 09:21
Hey Tara, here was your previous thread (just in case you didn't see the last replies) on the same topic :) http://www.expatwoman.com/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=187003 Thank you Aryanwynn- I didn't see this! I wish I could get a notification when people reply to a post!!!
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Latest post on 23 August 2012 - 21:40
I 3rd Saniservice! I just had them out last week! We came home from our summer break and although we left the ac running, there was a terrible moldy odor as soon as we walked in. My husband and son developed a cough within a few hours. They came in a few days later for a consult and showed pictures right away of our ducts- absolutley disgusting!! A white fungus was on he filters!! And this is after we had the ducts cleaned last October and the AC maintenance done (supposedly) in June. They take care to cover up everything with plastic and clean up after themselves before they leave. Yes, pricey. But its your breathing!!! I had Epsco out last October and I thought they were fine. But I was more impressed with Saniservice. Highly recommend!! After this, i will have our ducts cleaned wherever we relocate to!
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Latest post on 23 August 2012 - 21:40
I 3rd Saniservice! I just had them out last week! We came home from our summer break and although we left the ac running, there was a terrible moldy odor as soon as we walked in. My husband and son developed a cough within a few hours. They came in a few days later for a consult and showed pictures right away of our ducts- absolutley disgusting!! A white fungus was on he filters!! And this is after we had the ducts cleaned last October and the AC maintenance done (supposedly) in June. They take care to cover up everything with plastic and clean up after themselves before they leave. Yes, pricey. But its your breathing!!! I had Epsco out last October and I thought they were fine. But I was more impressed with Saniservice. Highly recommend!! After this, i will have our ducts cleaned wherever we relocate to!
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Latest post on 23 August 2012 - 16:44
Thanks for the tips allowicious. :-) I am looking for a good stroller- perhaps a Graco travel system. Also a pack n play, Ergo carrier, etc. I am trying to find good deals even more so, because this is my 3 rd child, and we have everything already- in storage back in NY. :-/
 
 
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