Compass Rose Counseling

08/05/2025

A gentle reminder for all the mamas-to-be out there—you’re doing enough, even when you’re doing less.

08/04/2025

Hey, mama 👋

Are you noticing a general sense of feeling “out of control” and irritability? A struggle to slow down or let others help? An urge to check, double check, and triple check your baby’s breathing? If so, you may be experiencing postpartum anxiety, and you don’t have to face it alone!

1 in 5 women will experience symptoms associated to postpartum anxiety. This is not uncommon and there is absolutely nothing wrong with you. I can remember feeling so alone and horrified by my own thoughts. I was ashamed and felt like an awful mom… but the truth is, it was my brain and bodies way of adjusting to motherhood and the new love I had for my child.

You will get through this, and you are a good mom 🤍

If you are located in the state of PA, text or call 📱 (412) 965-8497 to schedule an appointment today!

07/30/2025

Take a deep breath through your nose and exhale slowly through your mouth.

Take a moment and reflect on your past week, what’s something that has been troubling you?

Is it in your control? Meaning, is there anything you can personally do to resolve the issue yourself.

If yes, take a moment to organize your thoughts and make a game plan. If it’s in your control, what can you do to help yourself feel better about the situation?

If no, here is a tip for redirecting your thoughts!

1️⃣ If you’ve made it this far, you’ve already accomplished step 1 by bringing awareness to your thoughts. If you can name it, you can tame it.

2️⃣ Trun your why, into a what. Asking “why” will leave you stuck and spiraling. Instead, ask “what,” ie what can I do to help myself feel better?

3️⃣ Make a list of coping strategies, including some distractions, in the notes section of your phone, ie reminders for self compassion, breathing exercise, a person you can call to talk about something else, watching your favorite show, listening to a podcast, going for a run or exercising, implementing a mindful strategy, ect.

4️⃣ Once you’ve caught yourself in a spiral and identified if the problem is in your control or not, you can now call on your coping strategies.

The goal is to have 2 feet planted firmly in the present! If you are having trouble managing your thought, you don’t have to go through it alone.

📲 Text or call (412) 965-8497 to schedule an appointment today.

07/29/2025

Food for thought 🙇🏼‍♀️💭

07/28/2025

The tea has been spilled 💁🏼‍♀️ here are some hot takes, mom edition!

07/27/2025

Sunday reminders for the moms 🤍 what reminder did you need to hear today?

07/26/2025

07/07/2025

Compass Rose Counseling is pleased to welcome, Miranda Peiper, to the team!

Miranda is a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in working with women, children, and families! She has immediate openings for virtual sessions, with evening options available!

If you reside in PA and believe Miranda could be a good fit, please contact me via text or phone call at 412-965-8497!

05/17/2025

“Mom rage” isn’t just about being angry.
It’s about carrying too much for too long without enough support.

It’s the mental load, the invisible checklist that never shuts off:
Did I pack the diaper bag?
Did I schedule that appointment?
Did I respond to that text?
Did I buy the birthday gift?
What’s for dinner?
Are the kids okay? Am I doing enough?

It’s the unmet needs..
The skipped meals.
The broken sleep.
The overstimulation.
The feeling that you have to be everything to everyone while losing yourself in the process.

Mom rage happens when the weight becomes too heavy and there’s no room to breathe, no space to rest, no help without asking, and sometimes not even then.

It’s not because you’re a bad mom.
It’s because you’re a human carrying more than any one person should.

You don’t need more guilt.
You need more support.
You need more understanding.
You need more hands holding you up, not pointing fingers at you when you fall.

You are not alone. And you’re not broken.. you’re exhausted.

05/11/2025

Happy Mother’s Day 🩷

05/09/2025

📣 Mama’s the Pittsburgh zoo is offering free entry for moms on Sunday in honor of Mother’s Day! Check it out 🤍