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I completely agree that there will always be a mozzie every now and then, I am just keen to know that they are not a real problem there, especially by the pool. As for the traffic, we experienced the 6th avenue bottle neck this morning while driving there to view a unit. I thought there must have be...

Good to know, Turnerdhr. I would hate to not be able to open windows for fear of being eaten alive! Do you know about the shuttle bus at all?

Thanks Kimora for your reply. How about the travel time to Newton MRT on the shuttle bus. My husband would be catching the 8.20am bus. The timetable says it arrives in 15 mins, at 8.35. This would be great, if its accurate. My concern is that it may take more like 30 mins in the traffic, in which ca...

I am planning to move soon with my husband and 2 children (4 weeks and 20 months) and am looking at a 4bedroom place at Maplewoods. Does anyone know how log the shuttle bus takes to get to Newton MRT in the morning? My husband needs to commute to Raffles Quay. Do you like living there? Are there tru...

I use a Joeysafe for my 16 mth old son. It fits him fine, but it is time consuming to put it on him properly, as the buckles aren't the easiest to adjust quickly. I put it on him in my condo then he is ready to hop into the taxi. I figure it is worth the effort, as ultimately it may save his life. I...

Beatrix is right, dont bother taking your Maxi Cosi to Australia, you wont be able to use it. We also hired a "Safe and Sound"seat which the rental company installed for us, it cost approx $10 a day from memory.

Healthway Medical on level 3 at Novena Square do them. Costs about $56 if you need an xray as well. (take the lift next to cold storage)

Also Baby Breeze at Novena (www.babybreeze.biz) does this, and has similar services to Mother and Child. It's also cheaper!

I agree with Aussiemeg, just do it! I am also from Melbourne, had been living in London for 5 years and my husband had a work opportunity here. It was such a hard decision, especially as I was pregnant, but we took the plunge and are so glad we did. If you have kids, you will have friends and mummy ...

hi Lilisingapore! Are you still alive??!! I sent you a private message a while ago but havent heard from you. I am keen to meet up in London before the big move to singapore if you are up for it!

Hi Lilisingapore! I am pleased I am not the only one moving to Singapore from London in the middle of march, and having a baby in May! (I felt like it must have been me that had written your post!) Does anyone know if the obstetricians all get booked up or if I can still find someone good when I arr...

thanks for the reply. Sounds like an area with lots to offer! Are there many expats in the area? I love the whole asia culture thing, but also am conscious of the fact that I will know no one and want to meet some likeminded people/other expats.

My husband and I move to Singapore in March, (our first baby is due in May) and we need ideas on where to live. Our main criteria are: less than 10 mins walk to MRT, (even closer if poss) near some park/green space, shops and food outlets, budget about $5000 per month for a 3 bedroom condo. We dont ...

Durain: I know, I am looking for the ultimate pram that doesnt exist! I think I would need 3 different ones! I have thought about the roller blading/jogging options, as I would be keen to do that, but what is the weather like? Is it too hot to be pounding the pavements in singapore? If its not too h...

Thanks for your reply! Is it usual to have to collapse the buggy when getting on the bus or MRT? Also, what are the footpaths like etc? Should I be considering a buggy that is better with off road/uneven terrain, or is the Buzz ok for that?