Bloom Myofunctional & Speech Therapy Blog
Expert insights, practical tips, and evidence-based guidance for parents and caregivers.
What Happens After a Tongue Tie Release: The First Weeks and Months
A release gives the tongue new range of motion. It does not teach the tongue to use it. Here is what the weeks after a frenectomy actually involve, what the evidence says about stretching and reattachment, and where therapy fits.
Apraxia of Speech vs. Autism: Two Different Questions, Not Two Answers
Apraxia is a motor speech diagnosis; autism is a social communication and behavior diagnosis. Here is what each one actually means, what the evidence says about the overlap, and why a child can have either, both, or neither.
SH Sound Speech Therapy: Why "Sip" for Ship Rarely Travels Alone
The SH sound is rarely a single problem — it anchors a family of four sounds that includes CH and J. Here is when each should arrive, the error patterns behind "sip" and "tair," and what therapy involves.
TH Sound Speech Therapy: Why "Fumb" for Thumb Is Usually on Schedule
The voiceless "th" is the last consonant English-speaking children master — 6;0 to 6;11. Here are the two TH sounds, the error types, why dialect comes first, and when therapy is actually warranted.
L Sound Speech Therapy: Why Children Say "Yewo" and When to Act
The /l/ sound is mastered a full year before /r/, yet "yewo" for yellow can last until age 7. Here is why, the kinds of /l/ errors, what tongue tie really has to do with it, and what therapy involves.
Does Being Bilingual Cause Speech Delay?
No — bilingualism does not cause speech or language delay, and the research on this is unusually consistent. What the studies actually show, which bilingual patterns get mistaken for a delay, the one signal that does warrant an evaluation, and why dropping the home language is the wrong fix.
Myofunctional Therapy vs. Oral Motor Therapy: What's the Difference?
Myofunctional therapy and oral motor therapy both work on the mouth, but they aim at different things. Oral motor therapy builds a movement skill; myofunctional therapy changes a resting habit. What each one is for, what the research actually supports for speech, feeding, and the airway, and how to tell which one your child needs.
Myofunctional Therapy vs. Tonsillectomy: Do You Have to Choose?
Myofunctional therapy vs. tonsillectomy is not really a choice between two treatments. Surgery removes tissue that blocks the airway; myofunctional therapy retrains the muscles and habits that surgery does not touch. What the research shows about sleep-disordered breathing that persists after tonsil surgery, when therapy cannot substitute for an ENT, and how the two fit together.
Phonological Disorder vs. Articulation Disorder: What's the Difference?
Your child's evaluation report says articulation disorder, or phonological disorder, or both. Here is what each term actually means, why a phonological pattern affects far more words than a single sound error, how a speech-language pathologist tells them apart, and why the two are treated differently.
Myofunctional Therapy vs. Mewing: What's the Difference?
Myofunctional therapy vs. mewing explained. Both put the tongue on the roof of the mouth, but mewing is a social media technique aimed at reshaping the jawline, while myofunctional therapy is an evaluated clinical program for breathing, swallowing, speech, and oral habits. What each claims, what the evidence shows, and the risks of pressing too hard.
R Sound Speech Therapy: Why /r/ Is So Hard and How It Is Treated
The /r/ sound is the last sound most children master and the one most likely to stick around. Here is when to stop waiting, the kinds of /r/ errors, why the sound is so tricky, and what therapy actually involves for children and adults.
Myofunctional Therapy vs. Myofascial Therapy: What's the Difference?
Myofunctional therapy vs. myofascial therapy explained — one retrains how your tongue, lips, and jaw work, the other is hands-on soft-tissue treatment. What each one treats, who provides it, where they overlap for TMJ pain, and how to tell which one you were actually referred for.
Speech Therapy vs. ABA Therapy: What's the Difference?
Speech therapy vs. ABA therapy for autistic children: who provides each, what each one targets, what the research shows, the concerns parents hear about ABA, and how to decide whether your child needs one, the other, or both.
Is Speech Therapy Effective for Toddlers? What the Research Shows
Is speech therapy effective for toddlers? What the evidence says about late talkers, how many catch up on their own, why toddler therapy is mostly parent coaching, and when monitoring is the honest answer.
DTTC Therapy Explained: How Dynamic Temporal and Tactile Cueing Treats Apraxia
DTTC is one of the few apraxia treatments with real research behind it. Here is what the acronym means, the cueing hierarchy your therapist is moving through, how it differs from PROMPT, and what the evidence actually shows.
Can Myofunctional Therapy Fix an Overbite?
An honest answer on myofunctional therapy and overbite: what the tongue, lips, and oral habits actually do to a bite, what therapy can and cannot move, what the research shows about relapse after braces, and when to bring in an orthodontist.
Myofunctional Therapy vs. Speech Therapy: What's the Difference?
Myofunctional therapy vs. speech therapy explained — what each one treats, where tongue thrust and mouth breathing overlap with speech sounds, the credentials behind each, and how to tell which evaluation you need first.
Speech Therapy for Down Syndrome: What Actually Helps, and When to Start
Children with Down syndrome usually understand far more than they can say. Here is what that gap means, why intelligibility is the real goal, the hearing and low-tone factors that shape progress, and what therapy looks like at each age.
Speech Therapy for Lisps: The Four Types and How Each Is Treated
Not every lisp is the same, and not every lisp needs therapy at the same age. Here are the four lisp types, which ones children outgrow, the tongue thrust connection, and what treatment actually involves.
Speech Therapy for Stuttering: How It Helps Children and Adults
How speech therapy for stuttering works — what therapy targets at each age, when to stop waiting and get an evaluation, and why the goal is not always perfectly fluent speech.
Myofunctional Therapy Exercises: What a Full Program Actually Involves
A guide to myofunctional therapy exercises — the nasal breathing, tongue posture, lip seal, swallowing, and jaw work a program covers, how it is sequenced, and what daily practice really looks like.
Speech Therapy vs. Occupational Therapy: What's the Difference?
Speech therapy vs. occupational therapy explained — what each professional treats, where the two overlap on feeding and sensory issues, and how to tell which one your child needs.
Signs of Apraxia in Toddlers: What to Look For and When to Act
The early signs of childhood apraxia of speech in toddlers — what to watch for by age, how apraxia differs from a speech delay, and when to seek an evaluation.
Tongue Thrust Exercises: A Step-by-Step Guide (Including the 4S Method)
A practical guide to tongue thrust exercises — including the 4S swallowing method — to retrain tongue posture and correct the swallow, from a certified myofunctional therapist.
Speech Therapy for Autism: How It Helps Autistic Children Communicate
Speech therapy for autism builds real communication — from social language and AAC to spoken words. Learn how it helps autistic children and when to start.
Dallas Speech Therapists: How to Choose the Right One
Comparing Dallas speech therapists? Learn which credentials, specialties, and questions matter when choosing the right SLP for your child or yourself.
What Does a Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist Do?
A pediatric speech-language pathologist treats speech, language, and feeding challenges in kids. Learn what an SLP does, what to expect at an evaluation, and how to choose one.
Thumb Sucking: When Should Parents Worry?
Thumb sucking is normal in infants and toddlers, but prolonged habits can affect dental development and speech. Learn when to intervene and how to help your child stop.
Online Speech Therapy: Does It Really Work? A Complete Guide
Wondering if online speech therapy is as effective as in-person? Learn the research, benefits, limitations, and tips for successful teletherapy sessions.
How Much Does Speech Therapy Cost? A Complete Guide for 2026
Understanding the cost of speech therapy, insurance coverage options, and how to make therapy affordable. A comprehensive guide for parents and adults seeking speech therapy.
Picky Eater or Feeding Disorder? How to Tell the Difference
All toddlers can be selective about food, but when does picky eating cross the line into a feeding disorder? Learn the key differences and when to seek help.
Why Mouth Breathing in Children Is More Serious Than You Think
Chronic mouth breathing in children can affect facial development, sleep, behavior, and dental health. Learn the signs, causes, and how to help your child breathe through their nose.
PROMPT Therapy: What It Is and How It Helps Children Speak More Clearly
PROMPT therapy uses tactile cues to help children with motor speech disorders produce clearer speech. Learn how this specialized approach works and who benefits from it.
Tongue Thrust in Children and Adults: Signs, Causes, and Treatment
Tongue thrust can affect speech, dental alignment, and facial development. Learn the signs of tongue thrust, what causes it, and how myofunctional therapy can help correct it.
What Is Myofunctional Therapy? Everything You Need to Know
Myofunctional therapy treats orofacial muscle dysfunction including tongue thrust, mouth breathing, and improper swallowing patterns. Learn how it works and who it helps.
What Is Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS)? A Parent's Guide
Childhood apraxia of speech is a motor speech disorder that makes it difficult for children to plan and coordinate the movements needed for speech. Learn what CAS is, how it's diagnosed, and how it's treated.
7 Signs Your Child May Need Speech Therapy
Not sure if your child's speech development is on track? Learn the key warning signs that may indicate your child could benefit from speech therapy, according to a certified SLP.
Speech and Language Milestones: What to Expect by Age
A comprehensive guide to speech and language development milestones from birth through age 5. Know what's typical so you can identify when your child might need support.
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