I sympathise with those who choose to start a family here, it is very expensive.
However, starting a family is a choice. To follow the modern mantra trotted out by the liberal MSM and other influences, that a family is a "right", is the path to real hardship, unless one has made the appropriate preparations.
In Dubai there is LOT of keeping up with "the Joneses". The new 4x4, the Clubs, the Brunches, etc etc, appear to be ESSENTIAL for many.
Then when the rugrats arrive the staggeringly eye watering costs of nannies, maids, preschools, play groups,etc etc.
I believe the UAE is one if not THE most expensive place to raise a child.
Sadly there are more than a few who have found that out too late.