‘Congratulations!’ What Moms Want to Hear in Facing Challenging or Unexpected Pregnancies

‘Congratulations!’ What moms want to hear in facing challenging or unexpected pregnancies

In this month of celebrating mothers, what do expecting moms truly want to hear when they share the big news?

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'Congratulations!' What Moms Want to Hear in Facing Challenging or Unexpected Pregnancies Faith | 05/10/2026 By: OSV News How loved ones respond to unexpected pregnancy news can make all the difference A young woman in Buenos Aires, Argentina, caresses her pregnant belly in this file photo from Nov. 7, 2023. (OSV News photo/Enrique…

'Congratulations!' What moms want to hear in facing challenging or unexpected pregnancies

(OSV News) — Jess Echeverry knows how it feels to face pregnancy and motherhood alone. She experienced trauma, homelessness and three unexpected pregnancies before age 22. “The question facing a pregnant mother is often, ‘How will I be able to do this?'” she said. The response from loved ones after hearing of a challenging or unexpected pregnancy is pivotal for the mother. “Our friendship with the pregnant woman should help give the hope that it…