A client who is in her 14th week of pregnancy is in the clinic for a prenatal visit.Her mother also is present.The grandmother-to-be states that she is quite uncertain about how she can be a good grandmother to this baby because she works full-time,and her own grandmother was retired and was always available when needed by a grandchild.The best response to this concern would be:

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This response encourages the grandmother-to-be to share her thoughts and expectations about her role as a grandmother. It opens up a dialogue and allows her to express any concerns or ideas she may have. This can help to alleviate her anxiety and create a plan of action for her involvement in the baby's life. A and B are dismissive of her concerns, and C assumes there is another grandmother available, which may not be the case for all families.

A Client Who Is in Her 14th Week of Pregnancy