Help with friends and family.

I am seriously considering converting to Islam, or reverting depending on how you look at it. I haven't performed the Shahada yet but am getting there. I am just wanting a little advice on how to deal with family and friends after I do. A few friends I won't have a problem with but I will have to explain Islam to them. The hard part will be my family, especially my mother. It's not effecting my decision but what is the best way to handle them?

Thanks