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The Bloom Journal
Bring Back the 90s Afternoon: Screen-Free Play That Builds Big Skills
Blanket forts, sidewalk chalk, and friendship bracelets do more than pass the time. They build speech, language, and fine motor skills.

Cate Bloom, MS, CCC-SLP
2 hours ago2 min read
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What a Feeding Therapist Sees in Your 90s Lunchbox
Dunkaroos and Lunchables had some smart ideas. Borrow them to help your picky eater feel safer with new foods.

Cate Bloom, MS, CCC-SLP
2 hours ago2 min read
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Your Birthday Party Favors Were Secretly Myo Exercises
Kazoos, party blowers, and bubbles build lip strength and breath control. Here is how to turn goodie bag classics into playful myofunctional practice.

Cate Bloom, MS, CCC-SLP
2 hours ago2 min read
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7 Toys From Your Childhood That Were Secretly Therapy Tools
Lite-Brite, Simon, Play-Doh, and more: the classic toys you grew up with build the same skills we work on in therapy.

Cate Bloom, MS, CCC-SLP
2 hours ago2 min read
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