Asking Eric: It's my first grandchild. Why can't I be at the hospital for the birth?
Briefly

Your daughter-in-law is not specifically excluding you. Notably, her parents are also not on the invite list. Focus on the parts of this new life stage that feel hopeful, rather than on feeling excluded from the hospital visit.
If you can gently release the expectation of being at the hospital and holding your grandchild during their stay, you may find relief and joyful excitement, knowing there will be many opportunities ahead.
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