We specialize in family wellness with a focus on prenatal and pediatric care. We look forward to serving you and your family!
As Central Oregon’s leading neurologically-focused holistic health providers, our team of doctors provide gentle and effective brain-based chiropractic care for whole families. Dr. Sarah, Dr. David and Dr. Liz provide holistic family care for Bend and Central Oregon. Dr. Sarah, Dr. David and Dr. Liz specialize in the care of pregnant women and children.
12/08/2025
Benaiah came to Pure Light when he was just over a month old—already a joyful baby and a great sleeper! His parents wanted to give him the best start possible, and after noticing that he was preferring to nurse on one side, they knew it was time to get his nervous system checked.
After starting care, his parents saw incredible changes almost immediately:
✨ Improved latch
✨ Less tension in his hands and head
✨ A calmer, more relaxed nervous system
✨ And somehow… an even happier baby!
Seeing her son thrive, Bella knew it was time to care for her own nervous system too—especially after experiencing several past motor vehicle accidents and the physical demands of new motherhood. She also wanted to feel strong enough to get back to working out and showing up as her best self.
With consistent care, Bella began noticing:
✨ Deeper sleep
✨ Better mood and focus
✨ Less pain and more mobility
✨ The confidence to return to movement and feel good in her body again
We love caring for this incredible mother and son during such a sacred chapter. Their commitment to wellness and growth is inspiring, and we’re honored to be a part of their journey. 🌿
12/07/2025
The vagus nerve is a key player in your child’s digestion, mood, sleep, and immune system. When it’s not functioning well, you might notice:
⚠️ Digestive struggles (constipation, reflux, bloating)
⚠️ Anxiety, meltdowns, or mood swings
⚠️ Poor sleep or chronic fatigue
⚠️ Frequent illnesses or inflammation
🌿 Gentle, neurologically focused chiropractic care helps calm the nervous system, support vagus nerve function, and restore balance — so your child can feel calmer, healthier, and more connected.
📞 Call us at 541-382-1118 to learn how we can help.
12/06/2025
When your child struggles with speech, handwriting, buttoning clothes, or coordination, it’s not just a developmental delay — it’s often a sign of nervous system imbalance.
Many “Perfect Storm” kiddos (those with ADHD, sensory challenges, or autism traits) have interference in the areas of the brain that control movement and communication — especially the cerebellum and prefrontal cortex. When these pathways aren’t firing efficiently, it can delay speech, coordination, and motor skill development.
🌿 Gentle, neurologically focused chiropractic care helps by:
✅ Improving brain-body communication
✅ Supporting motor control and coordination
✅ Calming an overstimulated nervous system
✅ Encouraging speech, focus, and fine motor progress
When the nervous system finds balance, kids don’t just catch up — they thrive. 💛
📞 Text 541-382-1118 to learn how we can help your child reach their milestones with confidence.
12/05/2025
If your child struggles to fall asleep, wakes often, or never seems fully rested — it’s not just “bad sleep.” It’s a sign that their nervous system isn’t able to fully relax.
Many “Perfect Storm” kiddos (those with ADHD, sensory challenges, or autism traits) live in constant fight-or-flight mode. Their brains stay stuck in go-mode, even at night — making it nearly impossible to settle into deep, healing sleep.
🌿 Gentle, neurologically focused chiropractic care helps by:
✅ Calming the overstimulated nervous system
✅ Supporting the vagus nerve, which activates “rest and digest”
✅ Helping regulate stress hormones like cortisol
✅ Encouraging the body to shift into a deep, restorative state
When their nervous system finally feels safe, sleep improves — nights get calmer, mornings get brighter, and your child’s body can truly rest and heal. 💛
📞 Call 541-382-1118 to learn how we can help your child sleep peacefully again.
12/04/2025
If your child avoids eye contact, seems disconnected in groups, or struggles to connect emotionally — it’s not because they don’t care. It’s because their nervous system doesn’t feel safe enough to connect.
Many “Perfect Storm” kiddos (those with sensory challenges, ADHD, or autism traits) live in a chronic fight-or-flight state. Their brain is wired for protection instead of connection — making it hard to focus, engage, or sustain social interaction.
🌿 Gentle, neurologically focused chiropractic care helps by:
✅ Calming the overstimulated nervous system
✅ Supporting the vagus nerve, which plays a key role in social and emotional connection
✅ Improving regulation, focus, and adaptability
✅ Helping kids feel safe, grounded, and ready to connect with the world around them
When their brain shifts from survival to safety, connection comes naturally — eye contact, play, laughter, and all. 💫
Text 541-382-1118 to learn how we can support your child’s growth and connection from the inside out.
12/03/2025
If your child seems to catch every cold, struggles with chronic inflammation, or takes longer to bounce back, their immune system might not be the real problem — their nervous system might be.
Many “Perfect Storm” kiddos (those with sensory challenges, ADHD, or autism traits) live in constant fight-or-flight mode. When the body is stuck in survival, energy is redirected away from immune and healing functions — leaving kids run down and more prone to illness.
🌿 Gentle, neurologically focused chiropractic care helps by:
✅ Calming the overstimulated nervous system
✅ Supporting vagus nerve function for stronger immunity
✅ Improving communication between the brain and immune system
✅ Helping the body adapt and recover naturally
When the nervous system is balanced, the immune system can finally do what it’s meant to — protect, heal, and thrive. 💪
📞 Call 541-382-1118 to schedule and help your child’s body build resilience from the inside out.
12/02/2025
If your kiddo is always on the go — spinning, climbing, bouncing, or seeking deep pressure — they may be what’s called sensory-seeking. This behavior isn’t “too much energy” — it’s your child’s way of helping their brain feel regulated and safe.
Many “Perfect Storm” kiddos (those navigating ADHD, sensory challenges, or autism traits) have nervous systems that crave input to stay grounded. Their brain needs extra movement or pressure to organize sensory signals and calm down.
🌿 Gentle, neurologically focused chiropractic care helps by:
✅ Calming the overstimulated nervous system
✅ Improving sensory processing and integration
✅ Enhancing proprioception and body awareness
✅ Supporting emotional regulation and self-control
When their nervous system is balanced, your child won’t have to work so hard to find calm — their body will naturally know how to. 💛
Want to learn more about early signs of sensory and spectrum tendencies in children? Comment sensory down below!
12/01/2025
Does bedtime feel like a battle? Endless tossing, late nights, or trouble calming down — even when your child is exhausted? You’re not alone. Many “Perfect Storm” kiddos struggle with poor sleep patterns because their nervous system is stuck in go-mode.
When the brain lives in fight-or-flight, it’s focused on survival, not rest. That means difficulty settling, falling asleep, or staying asleep through the night.
🌿 Gentle, neurologically focused chiropractic care helps by:
✅ Calming the overstimulated nervous system
✅ Supporting the vagus nerve to activate “rest and digest” mode
✅ Improving hormone balance for melatonin and cortisol regulation
✅ Helping your child finally feel safe enough to rest deeply
When their brain finds calm, their body can, too — and that’s where healing begins. 💛
Message us to schedule your child’s visit and help bring peaceful sleep back to your home.
11/28/2025
🌿 Addressing Root Cause, Not Just Symptoms 🌿
So many families come to us after trying “everything” — and still feeling stuck. That’s often because the nervous system was never assessed in the first place.
A stressed, dysregulated nervous system can contribute to:
🔹 Sleep struggles
🔹 Meltdowns + mood swings
🔹 Digestive issues
🔹 Developmental delays
🔹 Focus challenges
🔹 Chronic tension or pain
Instead of chasing symptoms, we get to the root: How is the nervous system communicating with the body?
Through advanced scans and gentle adjustments, we work to calm the “fight or flight” response and support the body’s ability to self-regulate — from the inside out.
💡 If nothing else has worked, this may be the piece you’ve been missing.
📞 Call 541-382-1118 to book your first visit — we’d love to support your family.
11/24/2025
Happiest Birthday to Dr. Beth! 🎉
Today we get to celebrate the heart, wisdom, and bright light behind so much of what makes Pure Light pure magic. ✨
Dr. Beth pours her whole heart into every family she supports — with compassion, deep knowledge, and the gentlest, most nurturing presence. From caring for mamas and babies to guiding families with confidence and love, she is truly someone who makes the world better just by being in it. 💛
We are endlessly grateful for her kindness, her expertise, her laughs, her strength, and the warmth she brings into our office every single day.
Help us wish her the happiest birthday yet! 🎂✨
We love you, Dr. Beth! 💕
11/21/2025
Pregnant? 🤰 You need to know THIS to help your body labor smoothly.
The way your baby is positioned can make all the difference in how efficiently you labor and how smoothly your delivery goes.
👉 The optimal position is called Cephalic presentation — baby head-down, facing your back, chin tucked to chest, ready to move through the pelvis.
When baby is breech (feet or bottom first), it can make labor more challenging and sometimes lead to complications.
Modern life — think long hours sitting and less movement — can affect fetal positioning. So what can help your baby find that ideal spot?
✨ Support your posture (keep your pelvis open and mobile)
✨ Prenatal chiropractic care
✨ Mayan abdominal massage
✨ Rebozo techniques
Sometimes, baby’s position just is what it is — and that’s okay. The body is wise, resilient, and capable of incredible things. 💫
We love supporting mamas through every stage of pregnancy. 💕
Call us at (541) 382-1118 to schedule your prenatal visit.
What questions do you have about fetal positioning? Drop them below — we’ll be answering throughout the day! 👇
Sources:
“Optimal Fetal Positioning: How Baby’s Position Can Alter Your Labor,” in Pathways for Family Wellness Magazine
“Fetal Positions for Birth,” via The Cleveland Clinic
11/20/2025
Did you know only 5% of babies are born on their due date. Most first births occur at 40 + 5 days!
Start preparing your mind + body for labor during pregnancy. The following will prepare your body + mind for labor (when the time is right) ⬇️
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✔ See a chiropractor who specializes in pregnancy (Webster certified) ⠀⠀
✔ Stay hydrated
✔ Daily physical activity (spinningbabies.com)
✔ See a pelvic floor physical therapist
✔ Take a childbirth education course
✔ Find a doula team that can advocate for and with you ()
✔ Journal to help you process all the ups and downs
These practices help prepare you for a safe, healthy, satisfying birth no matter how it unfolds. The effort now = reward later. 🤍
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On July 1st 2015, we were sitting in Drake Park on a sunny, warm summer day. Families were laughing, children were playing, and the sun was glistening on the Deschutes River. It was our first visit to Bend. We fell in love. We felt at home.
We returned to Atlanta after a long road trip camping along the way. We constantly talked about Bend. The seed was planted, which began to sprout into our dream of being a part of the Bend community. At the beginning of 2017, our dream became a reality. We packed up a 16’ Penske Truck and drove Dr. Sarah across the country from Atlanta to Bend in the middle of the winter. Yes...that crazy, awesome, snowy winter in Bend! :)
Dr. Sarah started Pure Light in a small room at Bend Pilates. It was her little launch pad to begin serving our community. Our focus was the same in the beginning as it is now - creating happy, healthy families by optimizing the brain-body connection during pregnancy, infancy, childhood and beyond.
Dr. David joined Dr. Sarah in August 2017 and together began the search for a longer term home for Pure Light. The journey to find a new location was filled with success and learning experiences, yet we were blessed to find the perfect location. We settled in and began filling our new space with loving intentions and lots of light, to be a healing sanctuary for pregnant women, children and families. Our intention is for everyone who walks into our space to take a deep breath, feel welcome, feel at home. We have toys in every room and we love seeing children having fun during their visits.
After renovating the office to better serve you and your family, Pure Light was officially ready for our Grand Opening Celebration on April 28th, 2018. What a fun party! We had a fire truck, a bouncy house, face painting, live music, arts and crafts, healthy food and raffle prizes from other local businesses.
We are often asked, “How do you like living in Bend?” The answer is always “We LOVE it! We are lifers.” Truly, our roots are deep in the community of Bend and we are here for a lifetime. It is an honor to serve and give back to such a wonderful community.
From day number one to our last breath of life, the mission will remain the same - Help you and your loved one's live the best life possible every single day, from birth to 100 years and beyond.
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"Health and harmony can naturally exist in our lives through a well-tuned nervous system. I intend to be a nurturing guide, assisting each individual on their journey to create their conscious, healthy lifestyle. I truly love seeing others awaken to the light of their own true nature." - Dr. Sarah Lutz
"Improving the life of a suffering child has a massive ripple effect. The trajectory of an entire life is changed forever. The family can regain excitement, exploration and pursuit of purpose. A community flourishes because that child is back to being the fullest expression of themselves. A child's life changed has an immeasurable impact on the future of humanity and the world." - Dr. David Lutz
