Alyssa Curlin

Having a swimming pool is a great way to stay cool in the summer, but there's some work that goes into making sure that pool is a safe place. Chlorine is a chemical added to pool water to keep it safe. However, too much chlorine can be…

Chlorine is most commonly used in swimming pools and is measured in different forms. Some types of chlorine values that are often measured are combined chlorine and free residual chlorine. Testing these values of chlorine is very…

Swimming pools offer a respite from summer heat as well as an effective way to exercise. Whether heated or unheated, many pools use chlorine to prevent bacteria growth in the water. While the chemical is effective for this purpose, there…

Planning a funeral is tedious and stressful. While no one looks forward to making funeral arrangements, it’s an unfortunate part of life. However, planning the memorial service doesn’t have to be nerve-racking. The key is to handle one…

Your first anniversary is the ideal occasion for rekindling that dreamy honeymoon phase romance. Go all out; make the day a romantic highpoint for your new hubby, an unforgettable celebration both of your newlywed year and lifetime together…

Newborns should only receive sponge baths until their umbilical cords fall off, which typically takes around two weeks. After that, it is perfectly safe to wash your infant in baby tub. Your baby's skin is delicate, so you'll need to take…

Even though some newborns are born with almost no hair at all, your newborn might need you to begin caring from her hair shortly after her birth. If she was born with a full head of hair, you might enjoy brushing it as part of your early…

It is heartbreaking when your baby is in pain and uncomfortable. One cause for discomfort in an infant is severe diaper rash. Most of the time, the rash can look a lot worse then it actually is; however, if your baby's soft bottom is…

From cake flavors to wedding favors to venues, photographers, musicians and beyond, many (many!) hours go into planning a wedding. Whether you're a year out from the big day or only have a few weeks before exchanging vows, heed the…

While your newborn might seem like an inactive participant in the world around her, she was born a natural explorer. She’s constantly observing a multitude of new stimuli -- from the lights in the room and the bark of a neighbor’s dog to…