Graco Recalls 11 Child Car Seats Models Due to Issues With Buckle Failing to Release

Safety

According to CNN, in one of the biggest recalls of its type to date, baby equipment giant Graco has agreed to recall 3.7 million child car seats. The voluntary recall by Graco originally announced in February 2014 was in response to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) request which involves 11 of 18 car seat models. The main issue is that car seats and harnessed booster seats made between 2009-2013 may have buckles that are hard to unbuckle or can become stuck, potentially making difficult or impossible to remove a child quickly in case of an emergency. 

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If you have a Graco car seat related to this recall immediately stop using it and contact the manufacturer. If you are unsure find out if your car seat is affected and what to do about it here.

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Important Child Safety Resources to Know About

Recall notices for this and other recalls can be found at Recalls.gov. You can also get monthly email alerts of recalls and important product safety news by signing up at KidsInDanger.org. In addition email alerts are available by signing up with Consumer Product Safety Commission at CPSC.gov or by calling 800-638-2772. To report an incident or injury with any children's product, submit the details to SaferProducts.gov.

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8 Best Free Dog Friendly Android Apps

Pets

3rd in a multi-part series

8 Free Dog Friendly Apps

Being a pet parent these days is easier and better than ever thanks to the plethora of apps available that improve the quality of life we humans have with our dogs. In fact as I've gotten to use and know my Sony Xperia 3Zv smartphone I've also discovered quite a few great Android apps all rated 4+ stars for likeminded animal lovers that I just have to share with you. 

Apps Enhancing Life for You and Your Pet

Dog Breeds
Thinking of getting a dog or just want to learn everything there is to know about your dog breed of choice? Then try this app and you'll have access to hundreds of dog breeds and high resolution images. For Android

Dog Sounds Ringtones
This is the app for dog lovers who can't get enough of canines. You'll have your pick of around 18 different dog and puppy sounds to choose from to download to your smartphone to use as a ring tone, alarm clock and more. For Android

Cute Dogs Jigsaw Puzzle
Here's one that will keep dog-loving children busy for hours. Comes with a huge assortment of 20 different puzzles to solve with 9 to 100 pieces so it grows as the kids do. For Android

Image from Dog Licks Screen App

Dog Licks Screen Video Wallpaper
This one is too cute not to check out and is a personal favorite of mine for my Sony Xperia Z3v smartphone. With all the licking action, believe it or not this will not affect your phone's battery life. For Android

Dog Health
Because owning and caring for a dog isn't all fun and games, this app is essential. Keep all the details about your four-legged friend's health in one place such as vaccination records and your animal's personal data such as name, weight, birthdate, and embedded chip info. Also use to find and contact the nearest veterinarian. For Android

Can Dogs Eat
What dog doesn't beg for some human food now and then? This app is your resource to tap to find out whether or not a particular food is safe to feed your animal. Currently listing 470+ human foods and drinks that are labeled safe, caution or not safe. For Android

Dog Park Buddy
People have Facebook and Twitter to be social with each other, so why shouldn't dogs and their pet parents have a way interact online with their own kind? With this app you can build a community centered around your neighborhood dog park to do everything from coordinating dog park play dates and keeping track of doggie friend birthdays to posting and sharing photos and messaging each other privately.  

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InstaFrame for Instagram
Speaking of photos, don't just use Pic Monkey to jazz up images of humans and scenery to share on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and your other social media channels. Instead, play around with this photo enhancement application choosing from lots of beautiful frames, background templates and more to create cards of your pet, like I did with our dog Dexter. For Android 

About Sony Xperia Z3v
The sleek and beautiful Sony Xperia Z3v is not only light and thin, it is also waterproof and features a tempered glass 5.2" Full HD TRILUMINOS display. This makes it perfect for getting outside for some dog and you time together. Available from Verizon Wireless with a 2-year contract for just 99 cents, $20.83 with Verizon EDGE or $499.99 full price.

Sony Xperia Z3v smartphone, MommyBlogExpert.com

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Twitter Party Calendar April 5-11 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.

The majority of 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, April 6

So Fab University on the Road Twitter Party at 11 am ET with @themommyfiles @stockpilingmoms  @sofabuniversity and others. Prizes: FOUR (4) SoFabU on the Road passes ARV $99, ONE (1) $100 gas card, ONE (1) $250 Walmart giftcard, ONE (1) Grand Prize 16 GB Tablet Mini. #SoFabUOTR RSVP

Wickless Wonders Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @scent_sationals @kellysluckyyou @ourhomemadelife. Prizes: ONE (1) $50 Walmart giftcard, FIVE (5) $100 Walmart GCs, TWO (2) Grand Prize pkgs that include $200 Walmart GC + ScentSationals products. #WicklessWonders RSVP

Blog Newbie Twitter Party at 9 pm ET with @blogginmamas @heloenterprises @bbabushka. Prizes: THREE (3) prizes TBA. #BlogNewbie RSVP

Tuesday, April 7

Bad Hair Day Twitter Party at 11 am ET with @planplaytime. Prizes: $100 Amazon giftcard. #BadHairDay RSVP

Halos Fun Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @halosfun @somedayilllearn. Prizes: $500 in VISA giftcards. #HalosFun RSVP

Show Me the Shine Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @blm03 @blueviolet @mammamoiselle and others. Prizes: ONE (1) $50 Target giftcard, FIVE (5) $100 Target GCs. #ShowMetheShine RSVP

Cruise Chat Twitter Party at 2 pm ET with @captainbirdie @celebritycruise. Prizes: $50 giftcard. Participate in party with hashtag #CruiseChat

Cat vs Mouse Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with @influenstervox. Prizes: TBA. #CatvsMouse RSVP

Sleep Number Chat Twitter Party at 8 pm ET with @audreymcclellan. Prizes: Sleep Number bed. #SleepNumber Details

USA Love Twitter Party at 8:30 pm ET with @diaperedknights @goetzecandy. Prizes: TBA. #USALove RSVP

Moms at Work Twitter Party at 9 pm ET with @ymcbuzz @mcd_canada. Prizes: THREE (3) $25 McDonald's giftcards, FOUR (4) $50 McDonald's GCs, ONE (1) Grand Prize including a $100 VISA GC, $100 McDonald's GC + $100 Cineplex GC - Canada residents ONLY eligible for prizes.  #MomsAtWork Details

Wednesday, April 8

Live Well 360 Let's Get Adventurous Twitter Party at 3 pm ET. Prizes: Visit the RSVP link for a complete list. #LW360QS RSVP

Rescue Be Your Best Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with @clever_network @bachrescue. Prizes: SIX (6) $50 VISA giftcards, ONE (1) Grand Prize GoPro Camera. #RescueStressRelief RSVP

Walgreen's New Nexxus Twitter Party at 8 pm ET with @resourcefulmom Prizes: THREE (3) winners each get a $20 Walgreen's giftcard + Nexxus products. #NewNexxus RSVP

Gooey Goodness Twitter Party at 8 pm ET with @arladofino @twopeasandpod @foodiecrush. Prizes: TWO (2) Grand Prizes that include a Le Crueset Sandwich Press, tray and plates; Crate and Barrel OXO Fish Spatula, Anthropologie apron and year's worth of Arla Dofino Cheese + Eureka Bread. #GooeyGoodness Details

Diabetes Chat Twitter Party at 8 pm ET with @primetimeparent. Prizes: FIVE (5) signed copies of the book Eat What You Love, Love What You Eat With Diabetes. #diabeteschat #mindfuleating 

Child Hunger Ends Here Twitter Party at 8:30 pm ET with @dawnsandomeno @partybluprints @coryannetienne and others. Prizes: FOUR (4) $50 giftcards and ONE (1) $150 GC + ConAgra Foods giftbasket. #ChildHungerEndsHere Details

Your Big Wedding Day Twitter Party at 9 pm ET with @bstoutsweeps @notperfecttre @nvogueoccasions. Prizes: ONE (1) S.O.S. Wedding Rescue Kit, ONE (1) The Overwhelmed Bride book, ONE (1) Philosophy here comes to bride kit, ONE (1) $25 Home Goods giftcard, ONE (1) $100 Spa Finder GC. #YourBigDay RSVP

Thursday, April 9

Stretchex Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @beautystat @freebies4mom @touchinsolus and others. Prizes: NINE (9) Stretchex Lash Effect Mascara, ONE (1) $100 Sephora giftcard + mascara. #Stretchex RSVP

Kleenex Betsey Style Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with @kleenex @dawnchats @agirlsgottaspa and others. Prizes: ONE (1) $50 Kroger giftcard, FIVE (5) $100 Kroger GCs. #KleenexBetseyStyle RSVP

Discover New Flavors Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with @influenstervox. Prizes: TBA. #DiscoverNewFlavors RSVP

Visit Alabama Beaches Twitter Party at 3:30 pm ET with @alabamabeaches @allthgslifestyl @jennifer_sikora and others. Prizes: TBA. #VisitALBeaches Details

Event Barkers Twitter Party 4 pm ET with @eventbarkers @dogtipper @todogwithlove. Prizes: Lots of prizes for dog lovers, see RSVP link for full list. #EBParties RSVP

Spring Green Twitter Party at 8 pm ET with @masselbouillon @whatsthatsmell @hillesha and others. Prizes: TWO (2) Massel prize packs, TWO (2) $50 VISA giftcards + Massel prize packs, ONE (1) Lodge Cast Iron cookware set + Massel prize pack. #MasselSpring RSVP

Favorite Things Twitter Party at 9 pm ET with @citymomsblog. Prizes: TBA - see RSVP link for more info. #CMBNFavThings2015 RSVP

Choose Beautiful Twitter Party at 9 pm ET with @ymcbuzz @dovecanada. Prizes: FIVE (5) prize packs that include a $50 Walmart giftcard + $50 Dove products prize pack - Canada residents ONLY eligible for prizes. #ChooseBeautiful RSVP

Friday, April 10

My Cafe My Way Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @iamthemaven @msmissy62 @laughwithusblog and others. Prizes: ONE (1) $50 Walmart giftcard, FIVE (5) $100 Walmart GCs. #MyCafeMyWay RSVP

Time for a Mobile Upgrade Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with @theonlinemom @robynsworld @geekbabe @thetechdad. Prizes: ONE (1) Mophie Powerstation, ONE (1) Moto X by Motorola smartphone during the Twitter Party plus chance to win another Moto X at the video chat immediately following. #VZWBuzz RSVP

My Data My Way Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with @familymobile @formulamom @kellysluckyyou and others. Prizes: ONE (1) $50 Walmart giftcard, FOUR (4) $100 Walmart GCs, ONE (1) Grand Prize $100 Walmart GC + Samsung Galaxy S4 smartphone. #MyDataMyWay RSVP

Lori's Jamberry Nails Twitter Party at 9 pm ET with @lorileal1 @melissaellefsen. Prizes: SEVEN (7) Jamberry Nail Wrap prize packs - US & Canada residents eligible for prizes. #GlamNails RSVP

NEXT WEEK

Monday, April 13

Moms for Mustic Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @sweetwatersound @dinade @realadvicegirl and others. Prizes: TWO (2) $25 Sweetwater Giftcards, THREE (3) $50 Sweetwater GCs, TWO (2) $50 VISA GCs, ONE (1) Grand Prize $100 VISA GC + FRETLIGHT Guitar. #MomsforMusic RSVP

Tuesday, April 14

Colgate Enamel Health Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @moderndaymoms @formulamom. Prizes: $25 Amazon giftcard, Colgate products, fitness bands and more - see full list at RSVP link, #ColgateEnamelHealth RSVP

Bjorn Free Twitter Party at 2 pm ET with @twiniversity. Prizes: ONE (1) Grand Prize BabyBjorn Travel Crib Light, TWO (2) BabyBjorn Baby Carrier One, and other BabyBjorn prizes. #BjornFree RSVP

Wednesday, April 15

Do More Twitter Party at 11 am ET with @moderndaymoms @suburbanmomclub. Prizes: $100 worth of Purina food and litter at Dollar General. #DoMore RSVP

Red Dot Safe Spot Twitter Party at 7 pm ET with @ont_love @degrassi @helpmesara and others. Prizes: TEN (10) $50 giftcards - Canada residents ONLY eligible for prizes. #RedDotSafeSpot Details

Parkbridge Life Twitter Party at 8 pm ET with @parkbridgelife @linkedmoms @inkscrblr and others. Prizes: $1200+ in prizes including a 3-night stay at a Parkbridge resort and VISA giftcards - Canada residents ONLY eligible for prizes. #ParkbridgeLife Details

Friday, April 17

Keeping it Green Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with @theonlinemom @robynsworld @geekbabe @thetechdad. Prizes: TBA. #VZWBuzz RSVP

COMING SOON

Friday, April 24

Essential Smartphone Accessories Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with @theonlinemom @robynsworld @geekbabe @thetechdad. Prizes: TBA. #VZWBuzz RSVP

Wednesday, April 29

Momme Selfie Twitter party at 3 pm ET with @momdotme. Prizes: THREE (3) $100 Amazon giftcards. #MommeSelfie RSVP

Friday, May 1

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

Friday, May 8

Celebrating Mother's Day 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.

For Brands

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 plan, promote, host, co-host or serve as a panelist for your own brand Twitter party. To inquire, please 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 consultant, host, co-host, and/or panelist for others. I am not receiving payment or compensation associated with any 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.