Congratulations on being a granny-to-be. Your daughter will cope, hepzibar. Yes, she may wish for more local support but she will cope. If they have enough space offer to go and visit to help, not hinder (!) but don't be upset if they say no, they are fine. It's good advice to remember you are now one step back. Some of the current thinking on babies and toddlers is definitely different to the advice back in the day. My tack is to ask, 'so, tell me, what's the best way to..... these days', listen to the answer and do what the parents prefer. If, and only if, the parents perceive a problem and ask for advice offer some, otherwise keep your own counsel. Be prepared for the fear of baby led weaning if that is your daughter's choice. It's terrifyingly different, but babies - and grandparents - survive. The rush of love when meeting a grandchild for the first time is both wonderful and overwhelming. Don't worry too much. The fact that you care enough to ask for advice indicates how much you care and that you will be careful. Enjoy your grandchild when he or she arrives, no matter the distance it's a special relationship so just relax and be who you are. Please let us know when the baby is born so we can celebrate with you.