Alyssa Curlin

Alyssa Curlin

Alyssa has taught writing, health and nutrition. She started writing in 2009 and has been published in different magazines. Alyssa holds a bachelor's degree and a master's degree in education, both from the University of California.

Young Dating Tips

Relationships

Young Dating Tips

Dating when you are young is both exhilarating and terrifying, from worrying about your clothing to picking an activity that both you and your date will enjoy.

Signs of Pregnancy in the 1st Week

Pregnancy

Signs of Pregnancy in the 1st Week

The first week of pregnancy is often unknown to most women, unless you are specifically looking for the potential signs of early pregnancy. Pregnancy tests have

How to Eat Jollof Rice

Food and Drink

How to Eat Jollof Rice

Cuisines around the world feature a number of complex rice dishes, ranging from Iran's jewel-like pilafs to the creamy smoothness of Italian risotto. In West Af

How to Decorate a Boy's Nursery

Pregnancy

How to Decorate a Boy's Nursery

Whether you’re searching for a traditional or new and trendy nursery, a little bit of planning and preparation will help you to create a soothing environment fo

List of Necessities for Newborn Babies

Pregnancy

List of Necessities for Newborn Babies

Who knew someone so small would require so much stuff? From diapers to blankets to bathtubs, newborn babies need a litany of necessities. Here’s a rundown of wh

How to Stay Intimate During Pregnancy

Pregnancy

How to Stay Intimate During Pregnancy

When you're thinking about doctor's appointments, maternity clothes and breastfeeding decisions, intimacy may not be the first thing on your mind when you becom

How to Figure Out Your Conception Date

Pregnancy

How to Figure Out Your Conception Date

Determining the exact day a baby was conceived is not usually possible. Many factors affect when an egg is fertilized and when the fertilized egg implants into