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Latest post on 24 January 2012 - 01:21
Might be a dumb question but until what age one can use cloth nappies? Is it ok to use until bub has been potty trained?
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Latest post on 24 January 2012 - 01:02
So jealous! Brisbane is gorgeous! Make the most of it!
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Latest post on 24 January 2012 - 00:46
Drinking my hot chocolate as we speak ... Another sleepless night, so warm milk with chocolate normally works but will watch this space for the OP's recipe on Nutella hot chocolate ... Yum yum!
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Latest post on 24 January 2012 - 00:41
There is a party shop opposite LuLu supermarket in Barsha (the one behind MOE). Try there - they had sweets when I went so you may find the sugared almonds there.
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Latest post on 23 January 2012 - 23:34
We celebrated our wedding anniversary at STAY in the One and Only The Palm - I am very critical when it comes to restaurants but this one did impress me. We actually we trying to book at Atmosphere on Burj Khalifa but apparently you need to book a couple of weeks in advance. Happy anniversary in advance :)
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Latest post on 23 January 2012 - 23:31
If you are looking at doing your Emirates ID, the EIDA in Barsha can also do it and you save yourself the driving around and do everything in the same place. The only downside is that when I went, I had to wait for 2 hours for the typing bit alone!!! Mind you, that was in September when they probably had the big rush with everyone trying to process before the deadline, so maybe things are a bit calmer now.
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Latest post on 23 January 2012 - 23:26
Hmmm ... Was that over their web page or did you call them? In Europe that could be classed as 'discrimination' <em>edited by twin_butterfly on 23/01/2012</em>
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Latest post on 23 January 2012 - 23:23
Brilliant - never managed to make it before my trip home for Xmas but now checking for the names of the places again, I am oh so delighted to read someone has seen the actual thing in Global Village and the Persian place in Barsha! Thank you, thank you, thank you DubaiGirl and unsourire! Still wanting to pay a visit to the Antique Museum so you are more than welcome to join Irooni ... Or did you mean join on the drive to Sharjah? ;)
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Latest post on 22 January 2012 - 07:24
This year Vienna is celebrating Klimt's 150th birthday so there are events and exhibitions planned throughout the city. If you want to just see his main pieces then go to the Belvedere Museum. Also there is the impressive Schoenbrunn Palace, which is where the Imperial Family had their summer residence. Do make sure you pack your baby carrier - Vienna is a city to be enjoyed on foot. The one thing I would probably try and do though is take one of those horse-drawn carriages to absorb the romanticism of the city. And if you do like horses, make sure you visit the Spanish Riding School. As for Salzburg, the obvious is Mozart's house but I am sue you knew that already :) I cannot recommend on Prague as I never visited. Enjoy!!!
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Latest post on 22 January 2012 - 01:37
Of dear Green-ish ... So so so sorry to read these news :( you told people about your pregnancy because you were excited - that is only normal! Now you have told the people that need to know right now about your loss and anyone else can wait until you are ready. Don't put pressure on yourself to tell anyone else if you are not up to it right now - you don't owe them any explanations. I am not sure if this is going to help but my first pregnancy ended in miscarriage at 7.5 weeks and I know how painful it is although you never met the little angel. My thoughts are with you - I know that whatever all of us say and write on here cannot take the pain away but still, as you can see we are all with you. Big hugs going your way xxx BTW what a beautiful post, Gatta Matta <em>edited by twin_butterfly on 22/01/2012</em>
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Latest post on 22 January 2012 - 01:15
I second Organix - both the baby rice and the multi-grain cereal
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Latest post on 22 January 2012 - 01:14
I use the Himalaya range which is very gently on bub's delicate skin
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Latest post on 17 January 2012 - 21:43
Brilliant! Thanks Banana!!! :)
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Latest post on 11 January 2012 - 09:21
If your insurance covers maternity I would just look for a good Dr, the driving is only a minor matter. I also live in Marina area and drove to Garhoud for my check ups - in my mind, well worth it. If you are looking for a very good doctor, Dr Jennifer at Welcare did my emergency CS for DS and I can honestly say I have seen very few doctors take their job more seriously. <em>edited by twin_butterfly on 11/01/2012</em>
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Latest post on 11 January 2012 - 09:11
What a lovely way to start the year :) congratulations and savour every moment ... They grow soooo fast!
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Latest post on 11 January 2012 - 09:06
I take DS to the Health Bay Polyclinic and find them all very good.
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Latest post on 11 January 2012 - 08:56
Panadol for Babies that is :)
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Latest post on 11 January 2012 - 08:54
Could well be the teething. Our 8.5 month old spent the whole of Xmas not wanting to go to sleep til very late and then would wake up several times at night. By the end of Dec he had 2 teeth and on 3rd Jan his 3rd popped out. Maybe you can try and give her Panadol at sleep time or use Bonjela on the gums.
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Latest post on 05 December 2011 - 16:31
Just got back from doctor's who checked and re-checked and everything seems to be fine, so I can relax now. Maybe it's just a phase, just like the roaring he has also just taken to :) Thank you all Ladies!
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Latest post on 05 December 2011 - 13:45
:)
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Latest post on 05 December 2011 - 13:44
There is one in MOE (one row in from C4, towards the Babyshop end) and one in Ibn Battuta. Not sure if there are others.
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Latest post on 05 December 2011 - 13:25
Carter's also have a sale on ... not much for the 6 months and over but absolutely adorable stuff for NB and up to 6 months.
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Latest post on 05 December 2011 - 13:23
He has only been doing the last 4 - 5 days. A bit worried now, as we are getting on a plane in a couple of days and if it is an infection this is bad news
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Latest post on 05 December 2011 - 13:09
Yes he is and sometimes he pinches the ear too! Was at the paediatrician yesterday for a final follow-up visit on the cold he has just had, and dr did check his ears but said it all looked good. I did mention the head hitting but she did not give it much importance ...
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Latest post on 05 December 2011 - 13:03
Not sure if they will have them, but it is highly likely: try Holland & Barrett at Mirdif CC
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Latest post on 05 December 2011 - 13:01
Stopped going to Tips & Toes aaaaaages ago for the same reasons as many already addressed: poor service/attitude including the area manager who, when I complained said: 'we have received an award for the best nail spa and have many happy customers'. Well, unless you are ready to listen to your customers you will never know you have (many) unhappy (now) ex-customers. Moved to NBar around the corner who have fab, professional and properly trained staff and use good quality products. Saying that you go there because it is convenient does not make any sense - if you are not happy, leave. We are in the land where there is a nail bar around every corner.
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Latest post on 05 December 2011 - 12:49
Antiques Museum might be a good place to look and it's closer to me. Have tried several of the Iranian/Arabic souvenir shops at MOE but nothing there - maybe Souk Al Bahar is worth a try. Failing that I am afraid I might have to drive to Sharjah ... dreading it already! Thanks Ladies!
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Latest post on 05 December 2011 - 12:44
DS has just turned 8 months and in the past week he has started patting and sometimes hitting with his left knuckle his head. Has anyone had this happen with their LO? Any ideas of what it could be?
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Latest post on 05 December 2011 - 09:27
Thank you Alismum. Have you seen them there or you think they may have them?
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Latest post on 04 December 2011 - 10:58
Agree - Geant is not good for anything fresh whether veg, fruit, meat or fish. Service is appaling too. I swapped to C4 long ago although a bit of a drive for me too + Salik and parking hassle, but it is worth it. Curious to see the Coop in Barsha - is this the same as Union Coop? You mean the Emirates bank lights as in Emirates NBD?
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Latest post on 04 December 2011 - 10:58
OK, it is ENBD :)
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Latest post on 03 November 2011 - 18:06
Thank you ladies! Need to run and get dinner ready but will come back to you later on
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Latest post on 03 November 2011 - 18:05
either or. If you can post here, other 'potential buyers' might pick up on it too :) <em>edited by twin_butterfly on 03/11/2011</em>
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Latest post on 03 November 2011 - 17:55
Carrefour at MOE has them
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Latest post on 03 November 2011 - 11:09
Thanks roseo284 - I was actually reading about RIPE this morning and planning a trip there on Sat :) Only thing is that we want the organic veggies & fruit mainly for our weaning DS so not sure the box will also have what we need for him - checked their website and they do seem to have boxes for kids coming up soon No harm in checking though :)
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Latest post on 03 November 2011 - 10:27
Pingu, I am meeting a friend over Eid who has just found out she is expecting twins. If you have pictures, I can check with her whether she is interested.
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Latest post on 02 November 2011 - 14:04
DS also started weaning 2 weeks ago and last week we tried roasted banana which is what made his bum raw after 3 poos within the same day which got more and more runny. I know doc already suggested what to do but thought I would share what worked for DS last week - lots of air too and I just used talcum powder for the nappy time which worked wonders. <em>edited by twin_butterfly on 02/11/2011</em>
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Latest post on 02 November 2011 - 13:48
Thanks Nostal. The products that come from Africa, India etc do not have a stamp or any information. As I am using some of these produce to feed DS now that we have started weaning, I would like to know what type of controls these fruits/vegs that come from developing countries have to go through before they are sold here as organic. Hoping someone here might know ...
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Latest post on 01 November 2011 - 14:26
I thought I had nothing new to add but just noticed ... ... when you forget to use deodorant after your showers ... today is the second day in a row!
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Latest post on 01 November 2011 - 14:21
After a thread on here about chickens in the UAE I tried the chicken at Carrefour and you do taste the difference. Someone also recommended the Al Reghalal which apparently is not frozen - around AED 60 per piece. Where do the chickens in the Organic shop come from? This reminds me a thread I wanted to create a couple of day ago ...
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Latest post on 01 November 2011 - 13:22
Watched the Cape Town episode of '4 men and a lady' yesterday and it sounds lovely for a family with babies/toddlers. Only shame is that you would have to miss out on the wine tasting at the vineyards ...
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Latest post on 01 November 2011 - 13:17
If Sir Bani Yas is full, try Qasr Al Sarab - nothing around but beautiful towering desert dunes and a valley in front of the hotel.
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Latest post on 01 November 2011 - 13:09
Forgot ... there is a new shop at Times Square called Adventure HQ (or HQ Adventure) as you go in, on your left. They have anything and everything for outdoor activities. Have not noticed ski stuff but probably the most likely place to find it.
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Latest post on 01 November 2011 - 13:07
you never get to prepare a snack just for yourself or get to eat a whole apple etc When I go into to the kitchen to make myself tea or get a snack the kids always want something too and if they dont ask then they'll want a slice of the apple or whatever I've cut up. I guess when I'm older and they are living away from home, I'll wish they were around to share with me. Never thought about this day yet - when DS leaves home... sniff, sniff ...
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Latest post on 01 November 2011 - 13:01
We bought ours at Columbia. Very limited choice though.
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Latest post on 01 November 2011 - 12:59
Just found them all, as well as others, here http://www.dubaikidz.biz/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=42&Itemid=36
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Latest post on 01 November 2011 - 12:58
Little Elin will be fine soon enough. Maybe try and get a little rest until she comes back to your room, and then enjoy every moment :) Not sure if you have managed to get your hands on a copy of the 7days yet but if not, is the picture of the already famous little lady here? http://www.7days.ae/article/news/national/seven-billion-and-counting-30576
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Latest post on 01 November 2011 - 12:54
My closest friend's DD has just started there and she loves it.
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Latest post on 31 October 2011 - 13:26
Sugarbeach, I am not sure about the sponsorship for you and LO - this will probably depend on how willing his current employer is to keep his visa open. But the bank account should not be closed when his visa is cancelled. My account was never cancelled when I left my employment (full time mum now, so not working). What you have to be careful with though is: when his current company does the full & final payment, if they do a transfer the bank could freeze his account until it is established that he does not owe money - so a solution to this could be paying the last 3 months of rent before he goes to KL, or ask his company for a cheque with the full & final settlement rather than doing a bank transfer. edited by twin_butterfly on 31/10/2011 <em>edited by twin_butterfly on 31/10/2011</em>
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Latest post on 31 October 2011 - 13:10
ROFL ... yesss please :)
 
 
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