Acne breakouts can feel overwhelming. The good news is that with the right care, you can calm flare-ups and support skin’s natural healing. Here are four tips to help guide your teen:

When the weather gets cold and the rains start, what’s better than the warmth of the oven, the rich aroma of fresh-baked treats, and the simple pleasures of being indoors. Find everything you need at the Co-op for these tasty muffins.

While orthodontic treatment has become more comfortable over the years, your child is likely to experience a few days of discomfort when they first get their braces. So be sure to have the house stocked with plenty of soft foods like soups, yogurts, bananas, mashed potatoes, pancakes, scrambled eggs and — our favorite — smoothies!

When families think about remodeling, the hall bathroom doesn’t always top the list. But many moms know this little room pulls more weight than most others. It’s often the kids’ splash zone, the quick stop for muddy shoes, the prep station for teenagers, and the bathroom every guest ends up using.

Parents today face a shifting landscape when it comes to technology in schools, so being aware of a school’s policies on technology use is essential. Students benefit when schools are transparent about these policies and when there is a strong school-home partnership to support healthy technology use in and outside the classroom.

Have a question you forgot to discuss at the doctor’s office or are too embarrassed to ask? The experts at Samaritan Health Services are here to help.