Announcing pregnancy to someone TTC

So hard, I had a similar situation in my first pregnancy. My friend asked for no scan pictures to be sent to announce out the blue and to be warned if I was going to announce it infront of her as a group to just privately tell her before. Sure she’ll be over the moon for you and appreciates you thinking about how to tell her 😊

We have a similar thing with a very close friend who has been trying for years. The whole thing is really sad, but it’s important you give them space to process your news. We have opted to say via a WhatsApp message and then she can reply back (or not!) when the time is right for her. I think that’s generally the best way as in person it can feel a bit of a shock. Obviously they are happy for you, but just need to process their own disappointment privately xx

As someone who’s struggled to conceive for nearly 2 years I would suggest telling her over a message. That way she can react how she needs to react without feeling guilty. She will be over the moon for you but also sad for herself.
Maybe just let her know you understand if she needs some time and maybe ask her if there’s anything you can do to help during this time like not sending her scan pics etc. everyone handles it so differently!

Thank you everyone, these are so helpful and reassuring. I really appreciate you sharing your experiences too x

This was the guide. Really helpful: https://www.fertilityoutloud.com/content-hub/telling-your-ttc-friends-youre-pregnant/