Bountiful Life

02/25/2026

02/24/2026

Understanding the difference between a tantrum and sensory overload can completely transform how we support our little ones!

When a child is having a meltdown, our response should be guided by what's actually happening in their nervous system. A tantrum is typically a behavioral response. It stops when they get what they want and shows clear audience awareness. Their
logical brain is still online.

Sensory overload, however, is a physiological state where the nervous system is genuinely overwhelmed. Notice how it continues regardless of attention, often includes avoiding eye contact, and requires significant recovery time. This isn't manipulation, it's a nervous system in distress.

From a brain-based perspective, we see these differences clearly. During sensory overload, the child's stress response has taken over, making it impossible for them to self-regulate until their system calms down.

We can help by creating a calming environment, offering deep pressure input, and giving them time to recover. Gentle adjustments can also help balance the nervous system and improve how it processes sensory information over time.

Have you noticed these differences in your child?

Understanding these distinct patterns can help us respond with compassion rather than frustration.

📞 Call the clinic or schedule a free consultation to see if we’re a good fit for your family and see how we can help you and your child thrive.
515-965-8280

02/21/2026

✨ Something NEW is happening at Bountiful Life…

We’ve been working behind the scenes on a remodel that reflects where we’re headed, more growth, more healing, more space to serve YOU.

👀 We’re not showing everything just yet… but trust us, it’s worth the wait.

Drop a 🙌, 🔥, or 👀 below if you’re excited to see the new look!

And stay tuned… the reveal is coming soon.

02/21/2026

Teenagers today are carrying more stress than most people realize, and their behaviors often get mislabeled as “moody,” “lazy,” or “rebellious.”

But the truth is: these behaviors are windows into the brain. 🧠✨

Signals. Clues. Invitations to look deeper.

Between academics, social pressures, family expectations, identity, and an always-on digital world, their brains are working overtime to adapt. And when the brain is overwhelmed or inefficient, we see it in the way teens act, react, withdraw, or shut down.

At The Bountiful Life we always come back to two big questions:

1️⃣ How is information being sent to the brain, and how is the teen adapting to stress?
2️⃣ How is the brain processing the world, and where are there inefficiencies?

When we answer these questions, everything shifts.

The “behavior” stops being the problem and becomes a piece of the puzzle that helps us understand what the teen’s brain truly needs.

If your teen is showing signs of stress, shutdown, overwhelm, or inconsistent behavior, it might be time to look beneath the surface. The brain is incredibly
adaptable. It just needs the right support.

Your teen isn’t giving you a hard time. Their brain might be having a hard time.
And with the right tools and brain-based support, they can thrive.

💛 If you’re concerned about your teen, we’re here to help you make sense of the signals and support their growth, regulation, and resilience.

✨ Want to learn more?
Dr. Katey hosts a completely FREE community lecture right here at the clinic on the third Thursday of every month, where she breaks down how brain development impacts behavior, focus, and emotional regulation.

📞 Call us to schedule an appointment 515-965-8280
Schedule a free consultation to see if our approach is the right fit for your family

🧠 Comment “BRAIN” to secure a spot at the community lecture
👉 Follow for more brain-based strategies

02/19/2026

Due to the inclement winter storm forecasted for this evening, we have decided to reschedule our Community Lecture to next Thursday at 6:30pm.

The safety of our patients, families, and team is our top priority, and we want everyone to feel confident and secure when traveling to and from the event.

We look forward to gathering together next week!

02/19/2026

🚨 TOMORROW NIGHT — FREE COMMUNITY LECTURE 🚨

Dr. Katey is sharing powerful insights on brain health, nervous system function, and practical steps families can take to support focus, behavior, and overall wellness. If you’ve been looking for answers, hope, or a new perspective on health… this is for YOU.

👉 Comment BRAIN to reserve an in-person spot
👉 Call Bountiful Life to schedule your FREE consultation 515-965-8280
👉 Or watch for the livestream during the lecture

Come learn. Get hope. Take your next step toward real health. 💛

02/17/2026

Behavior changes when the brain feels safe enough to learn.

This is the piece many families never hear about.

If your child struggles more under pressure, there is a reason.

And there is support.

✨ Join us for our FREE community lecture this week, where Dr. Katey will walk through how the brain, nervous system, and behavior are deeply connected.
Not able to join us in person?
Check in to our live stream!

Comment “BRAIN” to save your spot for the FREE community lecture, or "PHONE" to schedule a FREE phone consultation to see if we are a good fit for your family.

02/16/2026

All of our providers here at Bountiful Life continue to grow in our education, knowledge, and skills so that we can best serve our patients.

This past month, Dr. Dallas and Dr. Katey were at a Gonstead seminar honing their skills to deliver the best possible care.

As Gonstead practicing providers, we regularly attend seminars throughout the year to continue developing our adjusting skills, case management, and overall clinical excellence.

Along with our ongoing chiropractic education and Focus Academy training, we are always working to refine how we care for those God brings to us. Our heart is to keep growing so we can provide the best care possible.

02/14/2026

Your child’s behavior isn’t random, it’s a reflection of how their brain has developed.
The brain builds itself from the bottom up, like a house with strong foundational layers. Each stage adds new “tools” for movement, learning, connection, and
emotional regulation.

When everything develops in order, the brain works efficiently, integrating movement, sound, and visual thinking into smooth communication and self-regulation.

But when something interrupts that natural flow (like stress, trauma, skipped milestones, or illness), the brain may rely on earlier, less mature tools.
That’s when we start seeing things like:

⚡ Emotional outbursts
⚡ Hyperactivity
⚡ Sensory sensitivities
⚡ Learning or attention struggles
Not because a child won’t... but because they can’t yet.

At Bountiful Life, we uncover where your child’s brain is in this hierarchy, and support it to move forward efficiently so learning, behavior, and connection
come more naturally again.

Every behavior tells a story. Let’s help your child write a better one.

Call 515-965-8280 to schedule your free phone consultation and learn how brain-based care can support your family.

✨ Want to learn more?
Join Dr. Katey at our FREE Community Lecture at Bountiful Life, held this next Thursday February 19th at 6:30 PM
Not able to join us in person? Check in to our live stream!

02/13/2026

Altered input alters growth.

The brain doesn’t guess.
It grows based on the signals it’s given.

When the nervous system is under stress, development compensates and behavior follows.

Let’s find the why.
📞 Call 515-965-8280 to schedule your FREE consult today.