6 Fitness Uses for Your Smartphone - How to Make This Device Your Exercise Partner at the Gym

Fitness

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1st in a 3-Part Series on the Nokia Lumia Icon

The Nokia Lumia Icon smartphone with Windows 8.1, previously known as the Lumia 929, has proven to be an essential addition to my gym bag and is now a part of my daily fitness routine.

Lumia Icon as essential as my running shoes, MommyBlogExpert.com

In fact, now that I think of it, I most probably would be much less fit if I didn't use this smartphone that I received as a member of the #VZWBuzz Verizon Lifestyle Influencer Blogger team. This device is so practical: I use it multiple times every day to keep track of my steps, workouts, diet, sleep patterns and overall progress -- and most important of all -- keep in touch with my personal trainer at the gym for direction and motivation in between training sessions.

I've only been using this smart device for a little over a month and already am amazed at how much I've come to rely on the Lumia Icon to fuel my fit lifestyle. There are many things I love about this smartphone, keep reading to learn about some of my favorite ways to use it.

Pairing Lumia Icon w/ Fitbit Flex, MommyBlogExpert.com

6 Ways to Use the Lumia Icon for Fitness

Sync with your Fitbit Flex
The Fitbit Flex, which comes in ten brilliant color choices including the gorgeous Violet hue I own previously only ran on iOS and Android. But several days ago there was some really good news: Fitbit now runs on the Windows Phone Platform, too. So you can finally partner this free app on your Lumia Icon with Fitbit Flex to track your steps, calorie and water intakes, distance, sleep quality and more. Download here

Keep in Touch With Your Trainer
It goes without saying that if you are working with a personal trainer, communication between the two of you is key to your progress and success. The Lumia Icon smartphone is a great way for you to keep in touch with your trainer via email, texting -- and of course good old-fashioned phone calls -- as well as a must to keep track of your training sessions and schedule independent gym time throughout the week.

At the gym in June 2014, MommyBlogExpert.com

Take Before and After Pictures
One of the best things about the Lumia Icon is the camera. At 20 MP, this smartphone's PureView ZEISS 6-lens camera is among the most powerful I've ever experienced. This device's over the top camera makes it possible to take amazing images that will pick up the nuances of how your body and face change over time as you become more fit through a combination of a healthy diet and plenty of exercise.

Capture Video of Proper Form
When having an actual training session, I find it helpful to have my trainer not only teach and coach me as well as to correct my form, but also to use the Lumia Icon to video me doing various exercises and working out on different machines. That way, when I'm in the gym alone I'm able to refer to these videos so I can properly replicate the exercises she has taught me and do them with proper form to avoid athletic injuries.

Run the Stopwatch Timer App
This free Windows app works great on the Lumia Icon not only as a simple stop watch but also as a lap timer and countdown timer. I use this  for long walks and hikes as well as when I go to the park for a run. I also rely on it when I'm at the gym as I go through the paces of my cardio and exercise routines. Download here

Consult the Gym PocketGuide App
Another excellent free Windows app for gym rats like me is the Gym PocketGuide developed by BodyBuilding.com. Storing this app on your Lumia Icon is like carrying around your own personal workout encylopedia with more than 100 exercises and stretches shown through images and videos. Download here

Nokia Lumia Icon, MommyBlogExpert.com

The Nokia Lumia Icon, list price $499.99, is available from Verizon Wireless in-store and online right now for Free with a 2-year contract. Other purchase options include $24.99/month on the Verizon Edge Plan. You can buy the phone alone or with various accessories on VerizonWireless.com

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$100 Vionic Shoes Giftcard Giveaway Womens Style Footwear Contest - 10 Winners

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Vionic Shoes is a company I know and love -- I already own FIVE pair of the brand's stylish and equally comfortable shoes and currently have my eye on this gorgeous pair of Sydney Driver Loafers in Tortoise, $129.99, by Vionic for fall. 

With such an affinity for this lifestyle footwear maker, I want to share the news with all you loyal MBE shoe-loving readers about a really fun contest that is currently running. The stakes are high: TEN (10) prize winners will each walk away with a $100 giftcard to VionicShoes. Keep reading to find out how you can be one of the lucky ones.

To join the fun and enter for a chance to win, all you need to do is vote for your favorite funny Webisode Break-up story on Vionic's Facebook page. I know from first-hand experience how well the brand's shoes provide the proper support for your feet, so it makes perfect sense that the goal of this giveaway contest is to build awareness among women about the importance of taking care of the health of the foot and to encourage you to break up with those unhealthy shoes in your life and instead embrace the health benefits of Vionic with Orthaheel Technology.

Here's how this Giveaway works

• Go to the Vionic Facebook page
• If you aren't already a fan, LIKE Vionic Shoes on Facebook
• Vote for your fave Vionic Break-Up Story Video
• Enter the required information and click enter
• 10 random winners will each get a $100 Vionic giftcard
• Contest runs now through August 8th at midnight

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Review Rio 2 Kids Movie Release Blu-ray DVD Adds More Fun to Summer + Free Printables

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We're in the heat of it now... the dog days of summer. The time when the newness of being out of school has worn off and kids are saying "I'm bored" with ever increasing frequency. Don't cringe, because relief is on the way. Just in time to make the final full month of summer more fun for children -- as well as moms and dads -- comes the new Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment family movie release Rio 2 on Blu-ray and DVD.

Rio 2 picks up where the original Rio left off with returning stars Oscar nominee Jesse Eisenberg (Blu) and Oscar winner Anne Hathaway (Jewel) playing the parents of three kids plus some new A-list voice talents such as Bruno Mars, Kristin Chenoweth, Andy Garcia and others. This is the story of what happens when the couple along with their children venture into the Brazilian rainforest. It's a colorful journey through the beautiful Amazon with non-stop action, comedy, music and -- of course -- challenges like when Blu literally meets beak-to-beak with the mean-spirited Nigel and his scary father-in-law.

Rated G, the Rio 2 Blu-ray and DVD has more fun and music than the original. Subtitles are offered in English, Spanish, French and Portuguese, making this a great opportunity to expose your child to foreign languages like never before. Educational, family friendly entertainment, what could be better?

Free Rio 2 Printables

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There's almost an hour and a half of bonus features on the Rio 2 Blu-ray including two downloadable bonus tunes from the movie's soundtrack: "I Will Survive" and "Poisonous Love," both energetically performed by Kristin Chenoweth (Gabi) and Jemaine Clement (Nigel). Also included: Janelle Monae's "What is Love?" lyric video, a deleted scene, character auditions and more fun stuff. As if that isn't enough, the Blu-ray features 15 exclusive levels for Angry Birds Rio and Music Machine Sing-Along and Dance-Along songs for a party for the whole family. 

Special Features on the DVD include Rio Refresher, Birds and Beats: The Singing Talents of Rio 2, Nigel the Shakespearean Cockatoo and Friends, "What is Love?", "I Will Survive" Multi-Language Sequence, Still Gallery and Theatrical Trailers. 

Rio 2 is available now on Blu-ray + DVD + Digital HD, $49.99 List

Lots of fun movie licensed merchandise, like this Rio 2 Limited Edition Lunch Box $9.99 from Best Buy, too

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Rio 2 Bluray DVD New Kids Movie Giveaway

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In association with MBE's latest Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment Rio 2 Movie Review, I'm excited to be hosting another fun family friendly kids movie giveaway!

Read MBE's movie review for more about this new fun summer G-rated release 2-disc Blu-ray + DVD + Digital HD set. Then, scroll on for giveaway details.

Rio 2

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MommyBlogExpert's Rio 2 Blu-ray DVD Giveaway ends August 19, 2014 at 12 am PT and is open to legal residents of the U.S. only. Fox Home Entertainment will award ONE (1)  Rio 2 Blu-ray DVD Set to the winner. Winner of this MBE contest will be selected at random from all entries and will be notified via email and must respond within 24 hours to claim their prize.

To learn more about Rio 2, read the movie review. You can also keep up to date on everything else Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment is doing by visiting the company's official site as well as following the movie studio on Facebook and Twitter.

Good Luck!!!

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Giveaway Win 1 of 4 Getaway Trips & Other Great Prizes Plus $1 Off Glade Coupon for All

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Win 1 of 4 Fabulous Vacation Trips and other prizes

Everyone wins because just for entering the sweepstakes you get a downloadable $1 off Glade coupon!

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• Aspen Ski Trip Adventure
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Twitter Party Calendar July 27 - Aug 2 Schedule of Parties w/ Prizes - Continuous Updates

Twitter Parties

Constant Updates, Keep Checking Back + Sneak Peek at Future Weeks

Master Twitter Party Calendar - Including USA & Canada

Get all the details in this free constantly updated Master Twitter Chat Party Calendar listing tons of family friendly parties including specifics on prizes you can win and links to RSVP and participate. Includes Twitter Parties in the U.S. and Canada. A new weekly Twitter Party Schedule is published every Sunday at 9 am ET.

Be sure to check back often during each week as new events are added on an ongoing basis -- often with new prize-winning opportunities added several times per day. You'll also get a sneak peek at Twitter parties coming up next week and in the month ahead. Now listing Facebook, Pinterest and Google+ parties with prizes too.

Be the first to know when the latest Mommy Blog Expert Twitter Party schedule goes live by following MBE on Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, Google+ and/or subscribe now.

Most parties are for U.S. only, unless indicated otherwise. Look for highlights in pink for Twitter Parties where CANADA residents are eligible for prizes.


THIS WEEK

Monday, July 28

Go Back Healthy Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @minuteclinic. Prizes: TBA. #GoBackHealthy RSVP

Mom Summer Series Twitter Party at 8 pm ET with @mommytalkshow @bernettastyle. Prizes: $50 Target giftcard, $50 Restaurant.com GC, $50 Sally B's Skin Yummies GC, and books. #MomSummerSeries RSVP

Tyent Twitter Party at 9 pm ET with @janellcp @tyentusa. Prizes: THREE (3) $25 Amazon giftcards and ONE (1) $50 Amazon GC, TYGo Portable Alkalizer and a box of Alkawake. #AklalineWaterforHealth RSVP

Tuesday, July 29

Give a Shot Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @walgreens @formulamom @aleamilham and others. Prizes: FIVE (5) $100 Walgreens giftcards. #GiveaShot RSVP

A Little More Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @one2onenetwork @frugalfreegal @huggies. Prizes: FOUR (4) prize packages that include 1-month supply Huggies Little Movers diapers + $50 Walgreens giftcard ARV $190-$200. #ALittleMore RSVP

Silk Protein Fiber Twitter Party at 2:30 pm ET with @goodlifeeats @havesippy. Prizes: ONE (1) $125 Visa giftcard and FIVE (5) $75 Visa GCs. #SilkProteinFiber RSVP

My Travel Tech Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with @travelwithtlc @logitech @hotelsdotcom. Prizes: FOUR (4) Logitech prizes and ONE (1) Welcome Rewards Night. No RSVP, participate in party with hashtag #MyTravelTech

Biotera Twitter Party at 6 pm ET with @zotosprofesh @couponmamacita @realfrugaldiva. Prizes: THREE (3) assorted Biotera prize packs and ONE (1) Grand Prize that includes products + $50 American Express giftcard. #Biotera RSVP

How Fresh Stays Fresh Twitter Party at 7 pm ET with @stacieinatlanta @queenofswag4u. Prizes: TWO (2) $100 giftcards, ONE (1) $300 GC and ONE (1) $500 GC. #HowFreshStaysFresh RSVP

O Canada July Twitter Party at 8 pm ET with @canolagrowers @fooddaycanada. Prizes: TWO (2) prize packs ARV $100 - Canada Residents only eligible for prizes. #OCanadaFood RSVP

Peeps Minis Twitter Party at 8 pm ET with @dawnchats @sweeptight @blueviolet @peepsbrand. Prizes: THREE (3) Prize Packs that include $50 Walmart giftcard and Peeps Minis products. #PeepsMinisWM RSVP

Disney Family Travel Twitter Party with @listen2lena @childmode @feistyfrugal @sassymodernmom and others at 9 pm ET. Prizes: TEN (10) $50 Disney Store giftcards. Follow hashtag #DisneyFamilyTravel RSVP

Staples Twitter Social at 9 pm ET with @coolmompicks @nicoleblades @momitforward and others. Prizes: ONE (1) $50 Staples giftcard. #gno #StaplesBTS Details

RooibeeRoo Twitter Party at 9 pm ET with @rooibeeredtea. Prizes: Rooibee Roo Back to School Boxes. #RooibeeRoo #BTS RSVP

Teen Nick Degrassi Twitter Party at 9 pm ET with @degrassinsider @teennick. Prizes: Autographed scripts, a surprise prop and other #Degrassi goodies. Participate in party with hashtag #DegrassiGiveaway 

Wednesday, July 30

Summer Cool Off Twitter Party at Noon ET with @canadianliving. Prizes: $50 in Minute Maid coupons - Canada Residents only eligible for prizes. No RSVP, participate in party with hashtag #CLChat Details

Back to School Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with @clever_network @carsdotcom. Prizes: SEVEN (7) $50 Visa Giftcards and ONE (1) $100 Visa GC. #FamilyCarAdvice RSVP

Disney Junior Ready 4 Preschool Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @laughwithusblog @amomsimpression @mammamoiselle and others. Prizes: FIVE (5) $100 Walmart giftcards.  #Ready4Preschool RSVP

Snyder's of Hanover Pretzel Guys Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @lifeofdadshow @therockfather @nycdadsgroup and others. Prizes: $50 Visa giftcards and ONE (1) $150 Visa GC Grand Prize. #PretzelGuys Details

Prep H for Women Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @smiley360. Prizes: EIGHT (8) prize packs that include products + $25 American Express giftcard. #PrepHforWomen RSVP

Cheesecake Factory Twitter Party at 2 pm ET with @socialmoms @cheesecake. Prizes: TWENTY (20) $20 Amazon giftcards and ONE (1) Grand Prize $500 Amazon GC.  #NationalCheesecakeDay  RSVP

Cars.com Back to School Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with @carsdotcom @clever_network. Prizes: SEVEN (7) $50 Visa giftcards and ONE (1) $100 Visa GC. #FamilyCarAdvice RSVP

Dinner in 15 Twitter Party at 8 pm ET with @listen2lena @mapleleaffoods. Prizes: See site - Canada Residents only eligible for prizes. #Dinnerin15 RSVP

AvoDerm Glow Twitter Party at 8 pm ET with @momspark @momsparkmedia @txtypeamom and others. Prizes: FOUR (4) Visa giftcards, one each in the following denominations $50, $75, $100 and $200. #AvoDermGlow RSVP

Cherry Sweet Twitter Party at 9 pm ET with @stemilt @miscfinds4u. Prizes: FOUR (4) cash prizes. #CherrySweet RSVP

Cheesecake of the Year Twitter Party at 9 pm ET with @kraftcanada @mommykatandkids @bitofmomsense @lilmisskateco. Prizes: $1500 in prizes including Philly Canada and KitchenAid Canada prize packs plus ONE (1) Grand Prize KitchenAid Stand Mixer - Canada Residents only eligible for prizes. #CheesecakeoftheYear RSVP

Summer Picnic Twitter Party at 9 pm ET with @produceforkids @cookthestory @jazzapple. Prizes: FOUR (4) $25 grocery store giftcards. #SummerPicnic RSVP

Thursday, July 31

Pampers Baby Shower Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @pampers. Prizes: FOUR (4) prize packages. #PampersBabyShower Details

Juicy Fruit Fun Side Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @one2onenetwork @ourkidsmom @babymeetscity @juicyfruit. Prizes: FIFTEEN (15) winners will get a pair of Six Flags Great Adventure theme park tickets. #JuicyFruitFunSide RSVP 

Splash Your Way Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with @splashscore. Prizes: Over $250 in prizes. #SplashYourWay RSVP

Sentry Safe Twitter Party at 7 pm ET with @sentrysafe @thejoyfulorg. Prizes: TBA. #GetOrganized.  No RSVP, Details

Hobie Nation Twitter Party at 7 pm ET with @brandconnectnyc @hobiepolarized @zipporahs and others. Prizes: $700 in Hobie sunglasses with the Grand Prize valued at $180. #HobieNation RSVP

Sparkle Fun in the Sun Twitter Party at 8 pm ET with @sparklescreen @5minutesformom. Prizes: FIVE (5) Sparkle Screen prize packs, ONE (1) Grand Prize including products + $100 Visa giftcard - BOTH U.S. and Canada Residents eligible for prizes. #SparkleFunintheSun RSVP

Now for Mothers Twitter Party at 8 pm ET with @nowformothers @resourcefulmom @babycenter. Prizes: FOUR (4) winners get a $250 Walmart giftcard + Now for Mothers The Healing Mix. #PostPregnancy RSVP

Sparkly Soul Twitter Party at 9 pm ET with @sparklysoulinc. Prizes: THIRTY THREE (33) Sparkly Soul headbands. Participate in party with hashtag #SparklySoul3Years Details

Mom Inspirations Twitter Party at 10 pm ET with @cafeyak. Prize: TWO (2) Sean Rosen books. #mominspirations RSVP

Friday, August 1

Roll Into Savings Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @kraftfoods @freebies4mom @outnumberedmama and others. Prizes: FIVE (5) $100 Walmart giftcards. #RollIntoSavings RSVP

The Mobile Conversation Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with @theonlinemom @robynsworld @geekbabe @thetechdad. Prizes:  TWO (2) Samsung Galaxy S5 smartphones, ONE (1) LG Tone Pro Wireless Stereo Headset. #VZWBuzz RSVP

Journey Through Deployment Twitter Party at 9 pm ET with @myafwifelife @beautyinhistime @jesstagirl @jomygosh. Prizes: THREE (3) copies Journey Through Deployment book, ONE (1) $25 Starbucks giftcard and two more prizes. #JourneyThroughDeployment RSVP

NEXT WEEK

#StoptheBurn Twitter Party Aug. 7th at 7:30p ET

Monday, August 4

Simple Giving Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @themotherhood @themotherhood25 @emilymckhann @coopermunroe. Prizes: FIVE (5) $50 Walmart giftcards. #SimpleGiving RSVP

Dell Venue BTS Twitter Party at 4 pm ET with @enzasbargains @happyhousewife @savings @dell. Prizes: ONE (1) Dell Venue 7 Android Tablet ARV $160 and ONE (1) Dell Venue 8 Pro Tablet ARV $250. #DellVenueBTS RSVP 

Back to School Twitter Party at 7 pm ET with @momsandbrands. Prizes: TBA. #MomsAndBrands #BacktoSchool RSVP

Tuesday, August 5

End Distracted Driving Twitter Party at Noon ET with @caasco. Prizes: TBA - Canada Residents only eligible for prizes. Participate in party w/ hashtag #CAAFocus Details

Back to School First Day Faves Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @kidzvuz @landsend @landsendpr and others. Prizes: SIX (6) Lands End giftcards. Participate in party with hashtag #FirstDayFaves Details

Walgreens Latino Twitter Party at 8 pm ET with @walgreens @mamacitacupon @candypo and others. Prizes: FIVE (5) $100 Walgreens giftcards. #WalgreensLatino RSVP

Master Lock Back to School Twitter Party at 8 pm ET with @resourcefulmom @masterlockus. Prizes: TEN (10) winners will receive a $25 Visa giftcard and a product prize pack valued at $132, ONE (1) Grand Prize winner gets iPad Mini 16 GB + Back-to-School pack ARV $450. #MasterBacktoSchool RSVP

TMNT Movie Twitter Party at 9 pm ET with @tmntmovie @blogginmamas @HeLoEnterprises and others. Prizes: TWO (2) prize packs that include $100 American Express giftcard + TMNT Nintendo video game, ONE (1) $50 AmEx GC + TMNT Nintendo video game, TWO (2) prize packs that include $25 Am Ex GC + TMNT movie mini poster. #TMNTMovie RSVP

Last Minute Travel Twitter Party at 9 pm ET with @travelingmoms @kimorlando @debmomof3 @cindyrichards. Prizes: TBA. #TMom RSVP

Wednesday, August 6

Splenda Sweet Swaps Twitter Party at Noon ET with @themotherhood25 @themotherhood @emilymckhann @coopermunroe. Prizes: FIVE (5) winners will get a prize pack that includes a $75 Visa giftcard, recipe cards and products. #SweetSwaps RSVP

Walgreens Beauty Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @walgreens @sweeptight @kristak2 and others. Prizes: FIVE (5) $100 Walgreens giftcards #WalgreensBeauty RSVP

Thursday, August 7

Hunger Heroes Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @clubtysonlive @smashbravoteam @mamaxxi and others. Prizes: FIVE (5) $100 Sam's Club giftcards. RSVP

Stop the Burn Twitter Party at 8:30 pm ET with @joyofkosher @joyofkoshermag @tamargenger @jamiegeller @mommyblogexpert. Prizes: TWENTY FIVE (25) Prize Packs will be given away during the party, plus chance to enter the brand's Win a Grill Contest #StopTheBurn RSVP

Target Back to School Twitter Party at 9 pm ET with @targetcanada @shesconnected @digitalmomma. Prizes: $10,000 in prizes - Canada Residents only eligible for prizes. #TargetBacktoSchool RSVP

Friday, August 8

Smooth Summer Twitter Party at 1:30 pm ET with @dodomesticdad @dawnchats @jamieharrington and others. Prizes: TWO (2) Early Bird Prizes of a $50 Walmart giftcard, FIVE (5) $100 Walmart GCs, TWO (2) prize package that include $200 Walmart GC + Smooth Summer prize pack, TWO (2) $300 Walmart GC + Smooth Summer prize pack. #SmoothSummer RSVP

Back to School Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with @theonlinemom @robynsworld @geekbabe @thetechdad. Prizes: TBA. #VZWBuzz RSVP

Barefoot Books Twitter Party at 8 pm ET with @ehfrank. Prizes: TBA. #BethbfbSocialHr RSVP

COMING SOON

Tuesday, August 12

Back to School First Day Faves Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @kidzvuz @landsend @landsendpr and others. Prizes: SIX (6) Lands End giftcards. Participate in party with hashtag #FirstDayFaves 

Thursday, August 14

Food Deserves Delicious at 1 pm ET with @kraftfoods @aleamilham @ruralmoms and others. Prizes: FIVE (5) $100 Walmart giftcards. #FoodDeservesDelicious RSVP

Power of Parents Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @coopermunroe @emilymckhann @themotherhood @themotherhood25. Prizes: FIVE (5)  Power of Parents Handbook and a one-on-one session with a Certified Power of Parents Trainer. #PowerofParents RSVP

Love Your Skin Again Twitter Party at 8 pm ET with @skinagain @twipartyexpress @s8r8l33. Prizes: SIX (6) winners will receive full-size skin products ARV $64, ONE (1) Grand Prize winner gets a full set of products ARV $196. #LoveYourSkinAgain #ESPGals RSVP

Upgrade Your Sleep Twitter Party at 9 pm ET with @cnsway  @beautyrest. Prizes: $1900 in prizes including Bed Bath & Beyond giftcards and a Grand Prize Beautyrest mattress. #UpgradeYourSleep RSVP

Friday, August 15

How to Choose a Smartphone Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with @theonlinemom @robynsworld
@geekbabe @thetechdad. Prizes: TBA. #VZWBuzz RSVP

Monday, August 18

Add Cool Whip Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @kraftfoods @aleamilham @grandbabycakes and others. Prizes: FIVE (5) $100 Walmart giftcards. #AddCoolWhip RSVP

Tuesday, August 19

Back to School First Day Faves Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @kidzvuz @landsend @landsendpr and others. Prizes: SIX (6) Lands End giftcards. Participate in party with hashtag #FirstDayFaves 

Wednesday, August 20

Walgreens Paperless Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @walgreens @freebies4mom @blueviolet and others. Prizes: FIVE (5) $100 Walgreens giftcards. #WalgreensPaperless RSVP

Pictures on Gold Twitter Party at 9 pm ET with @picturesongold1 @s8r8133 @twipartyexpress. Prizes: SIX (6) prizes with a total value of $1400+ including jewelry pieces, a Grand Prize and more. #PhotosOnGold #ESPGals RSVP

Thursday, August 21

Hunger Heroes Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @coopermunroe @emilymckhann @themotherhood @themotherhood25. Prizes: FIVE (5) $50 Sam's Club giftcards. #HungerHeroes RSVP

School Your Chicken Twitter Party at 9 pm ET with @chickenfarmers @sjconsulting_ca. Prizes: ONE (1) $200 Walmart giftcard + giftbag, ONE (1) $100 Walmart GC + giftbag, TWO (2) $50 Walmart GC + giftbag, FOUR (4) $25 Walmart GC + giftbag - Canada Residents only eligible for prizes. #SchoolYourChicken RSVP

Friday, August 22

Towards a Healthier Lifestyle Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with @theonlinemom @robynsworld @geekbabe @thetechdad. Prizes: TBA. #VZWBuzz RSVP

Platinum Points Twitter Party at 8 pm ET with @kraftfoods @sweeptight @formulamom and others. Prizes: FIVE (5) $100 Walmart giftcards. #PlatinumPoints RSVP

Friday, August 29

Emergency Preparedness Twitter party at 3 pm ET with @theonlinemom @robynsworld @geekbabe @thetechdad. Prizes: TBA. #VZWBuzz RSVP

About this Weekly Twitter Party List
Compiled by MommyBlogExpert.com Master Twitter Party Calendar, the most comprehensive, constantly updated Free resource of its kind online. However keep in mind that each party is run by a different brand and/or hosts and MommyBlogExpert, unless specified otherwise, is not responsible for any dealings readers have with these events including, but not limited to, prizing of any party on the calendar.

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How to Add a Twitter Party to the Calendar
Add an event to the Mommy Blog Expert Master Twitter Party Calendar free by emailing janis@janiselspas.com with Twitter Party in subject line including all details and links in the body of your message.

Hire Me to Plan, Promote and/or Host Your Twitter Party
Also available, for a nominal fee, to host, co-host or serve as a panelist for your own brand Twitter party. To inquire, please email janis@janiselspas.com for information with "Twitter Party Consulting Query" in the subject line.

FTC Disclosure: MommyBlogExpert does attend some Twitter parties as a guest and also works as a host, co-host, and panelist on others. Except for the #StopTheBurn Twitter Party that is listed I did not receive payment or compensation associated with any other party on this calendar. See complete FTC Disclosure information that appears at the bottom of MommyBlogExpert's main page and at the bottom of every individual post on this blog, including this one.