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The original was posted on /r/twoxchromosomes by /u/captkronni on 2023-09-20 02:50:18.

And I am completely out of my depth.

My daughter (19) asked me to be with her in the delivery room when she has her first child (my first grandchild) in a few weeks. Of course I’m happy to be there for her and honored that she wants me there, but I’m also terrified. Not only am I concerned for the safety of my own child (and grandchild by extension), but I also feel unprepared to support her in a meaningful way. All of my children were born via c-section, so I can’t draw from my own childbirth experiences.

I want to do everything I can to ensure that my daughter is safe and in as much comfort as possible. What do I need to know? How do I effectively advocate for her? What can I do to help her cope during the birthing process? If the worst happens, what can I do in an emergency situation?

I would appreciate any advice you can offer.