Meera Gabriel

Meera Gabriel hails from London, England where she spent several years working as a lawyer. She now resides in Dubai with her husband, 4year old daughter and 22month old son. She enjoys cooking, reading and travel and writing about her journey as a mother.

Celebrate UAE National Day with Mumzworld

The UAE’s 48th National Day is fast approaching with heaps of events and celebrations taking place throughout the country, such as concerts, fireworks displays, art shows and shopping sales. You are likely to see displays all throughout the country in the colours of the UAE flag, as well as symbols such as the falcon or ...

Arts and crafts for Diwali

The UAE is home to one of the world’s largest Hindu communities outside of India, many of whom are soon to be celebrating Diwali, the festival of Lights. You will no doubt see many homes adorned with lights and pretty decorations known as Rangoli. Rangoli is an ancient Indian art form in which beautiful patterns ...

Spectacularly Spooky Healthy Halloween Treats

With Halloween fast approaching, here at Mumzworld, we have put together a list of easy to prepare healthy Halloween treats which are loved by kids and adult alike. Not only delicious but fabulously ghoulish, these will certainly have your guest screaming for joy… Strawberry Ghosts via http://www.yummyhealthyeasy.com/ You’ll need: - a large bowl of strawberries ...

Our top five baby shower games

There is no better way to celebrate the mum-to-be, than a baby shower. Once the venue, food, drinks, and decorations have been taken care of, it’s time to start planning the most fun part of the occasion – the games! Since there are so many to choose from, here is a list of our top ...

How to choose the best nursery for your child

In the Middle East, we are spoiled for choice when it comes to nurseries for our children - there is a variety of curriculums and languages offered, not to mention state of the art facilities and outstanding staff. So how do you know which nursery is best for you and your child? Here at Mumzworld, ...

Tried and tested ways to keep your Toddler entertained in the car

Sometimes even the shortest of car journeys can result in the mightiest of tantrums from your toddler, which then makes driving a stressful task for you. Here are some sure-fire ways to keep them happy and engaged for the duration of your ride. Music: If they are not keen on listening to the radio, make ...

Preparing your Child to Start School

Living a transient lifestyle in the Middle East means that your child may change schools several times during their childhood, or experience many changes with their teachers and school friends. This can often lead to added anxiety when having to go back to school after the long summer break in September. Here are a few ...

How to Get Back into a Routine After the Summer Break

Summer in the UAE often means long periods of travel for a lot of families - usually to escape the heat and to catch up with family and friends back home. When your kids are living out of suitcases for several weeks at a time, and undoubtedly being spoiled by well-meaning relatives, routines become a ...

Preparing for Delivery: What to Pack In Your Hospital Bag

Preparing for the birth of your little one can often be an overwhelming experience – and packing for the hospital can be a confusing choice between what is ‘nice to have’ and what you ‘really need.’ It is generally advised that you have your bags packed and ready at least 3-4 weeks before your due date, and certainly ...

Summer Travel Hacks

As summer is finally upon us, many of us will be preparing for air travel, whether it be to our home countries or for a well-deserved holiday. Travelling with kids can be daunting prospect but these useful hacks should definitely help ease the burden! 1. The changing bag: You want something roomy, easy to carry ...