I was hoping to get some information about being a single mother in the Middle East, specifically Dubai. As a single woman who plans on having children (or adopting) without a partner, what are the possibilities of living a normal stigma-free life with your child? I've read horror stories about women being jailed along with their babies after giving birth. Is this a normal practice? Are there laws that exist in that area?

Should I reconsider the Middle East as a possible post for future employment? Are there certain countries that are more open to this scenario?

Thanks in advance for any insight.