Senders Pediatrics

12/22/2025

Best wishes for a happy and healthy Christmas! On December 24, we will close at 12:30 PM to allow our wonderful staff more time to spend with their families. On Thursday, December 25, we are closed.

On December 31, we will close at 1 PM and we are closed all day on January 1. Please stay warm and safe!

12/19/2025

Influenza is Spreading Locally and It's Making Kids Miserable:

Local influenza rates have risen logarithmically in the past 3 weeks since the Thanksgiving holiday, rising from 1.3% to 7.4% (personal communication). Unfortunately, in children, the rate has risen to 17%, closely mimicking our Senders Pediatrics experience.

The WHO is reporting a new variant of the H3N2 serotype that is circulating. While there is protection against the H3N2 serotype which is contained in the current vaccine, it is not a complete match between the circulating virus.

The answer, while not intuitive, is to actually double down on flu vaccine administration. The flu shot won’t prevent every case, but it does prevent the most serious ones.
With holidays coming up, that means large gatherings and parties, and we expect cases will keep rising. If your child hasn’t gotten their flu shot yet, please schedule it before winter break.

As for prevention, consider giving your children Sambucol Elderberry) syrup Prevention boost: Sambucol Elderberry Syrup
• Under 10: 2 tsp daily
• Ages 10+: 3 tsp daily
• During illness: 3–4× daily based on age

See our Amazon Storefront for other cold and virus prevention approaches
https://www.amazon.com/shop/senderspediatrics/list/1O7GGRHLKCTRL?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_s_ofs_mixed_d&ccs_id=36e5c2e0-dfcc-446e-afce-02ff825413fa

12/16/2025

Small leaf. Big health benefits!

Kale is a cruciferous vegetable (like broccoli and Brussels sprouts) packed with nutrients. Just one cup provides 68% of daily vitamin K, 22% of vitamin C, and powerful carotenoids that support eye health, healthy aging, and disease prevention.

One catch: kale’s key nutrients are fat-soluble, so your body absorbs them best when kale is eaten with healthy fats. Raw or cooked kale alone doesn’t deliver the same benefit.
Boost absorption (and flavor!) by pairing kale with:
🥑 olive or avocado oil
🥜 nuts or seeds
🥗 fresh avocado
Quick, Easy Kale Recipe (Maximizes Nutrition + Flavor):
• 1 bag pre-chopped organic kale (or 1 large bunch, stems removed)
• Massage kale well before dressing
• Shake together:
o 1/3 cup olive oil
o 2 Tbsp Dijon mustard
o 2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
o 2 Tbsp soy sauce
o 2 Tbsp honey or maple syrup
o 1–2 crushed garlic cloves
Toss with kale and enjoy!

Kale powder is a great option for smoothies, The following brands meet these criteria:
o Nutricost
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o Bulk Supplements
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B087QSNPL3?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzsendersp-20&creativeASIN=B087QSNPL3&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.18GLJ4KWG2FNU&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin&th=1

⚠️ Kale is on the EWG Dirty Dozen, so choose organic when possible. Kale powder works well in smoothies—just look for organic, third-party tested options.

12/12/2025

Friendship + Food + Fun + a retro picture of Dr. Senders and his family, thrown in for good measure, are all the ingredients needed for a wonderful holiday party! Happy Holidays from our Wonderful Senders Family to Yours!

12/10/2025

Tomorrow, Thursday, Dec. 11th, we will be showing off our ugly sweater attire. If you have an appointment tomorrow, please join us. We will also be closing at 2:30 PM tomorrow so that our amazing, hardworking staff can enjoy our holiday party. if you need to reach us, no worries, our answering service will continue to take calls. Thank you for your support!

12/03/2025

Nothing says the holidays are almost here like a friendly gingerbread house competition between our Senders Front Office colleagues

Which team built the sweetest abode?
Which team used the best candy?
Which walls will actually stay standing?
Who discovered that there’s no better cement than frosting? 😄

We’re impressed… and maybe a little hungry.

12/02/2025

Thanks Northeast Ohio Parent and Shana O’Malley Smith for such helpful advice to keep in mind when visiting a new baby!

Is there a new little bundle of joy joining your family or friend group? You may be eager to soak up those baby snuggles and shower the new parents with bibs and bottles. However, there are a few things to keep in mind before stopping by to visit a newborn and their parents.

12/01/2025

Cyber Monday Deals!
Check out the Senders Amazon Storefront Page for our favorite health and wellness picks —many of which are on sale!
Shop smart. Stay healthy. 💙
https://www.amazon.com/shop/senderspediatrics
https://www.senderspediatrics.com/Favorites

12/01/2025

Adolescent Anxiety & Depression Coping Skills Group Begins THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18, from 5-6:30 PM!
Upcoming session:
Walking the Middle Path (Dec 18–Jan 20)

WHO: Adolescents (ages 13–17) Open to the Community
WHEN: Thursdays, 5–6:30 PM, Starting December 18, 2025
WHERE: Senders Pediatrics, 2054 S. Green Rd., South Euclid, OH 44121
LED BY: Cecilia McKenzie, LPC (supervised by Kristen Horvath-Broda, LPCC-S & Dr. Sharon Bursky, IMFT-S)

TO REGISTER: Call 216-230-2154 or bh@senderspediatrics.com

What Teens Will Learn:
• How the nervous system affects emotions & behavior
• Mindfulness & awareness of feelings
• Advanced CBT & DBT strategies to manage stress & emotions

There are four 6-Week Modules (Participants are encouraged to attend all four modules, but that is not required.) Orientation & mindfulness skills included in every module.
These sessions offer a safe, supportive space to build coping skills and resilience.

To register or for questions: 216-230-2154 or bh@senderspediatrics.com
For more information: https://sendersbehavioralhealth.com/Programs-and-Groups/Adolescent-Anxiety-Depression-Coping-Skills-Gr-(1)

11/25/2025

From our Senders Pediatrics Family to yours, best wishes for a healthy and very happy Thanksgiving!

11/20/2025

Thank you Maya Bolman, IBCLC for representing Breastfeeding Medicine of Northeast Ohio and Senders Pediatrics at the recent Bikur Cholim of Cleveland health fair. We couldn’t have been in better hands!

11/19/2025

It’s PJ day— Crazy prints and fuzzy slippers were the order of the day, because why should kids have all the fun!