Paulina Gretzky, pro hockey player Gretzky's eldest daughter, has just announced that she is expecting a child. She shared the news on Tuesday with her 328,000 Instagram followers.

 The 25-year old posted a photo of herself holding her belly. She seemed excited as she announced the amazing news of her pregnancy. The model shared a photo of herself cradling her stomach beside a pool.

 Paulina Gretzky has been dating Dustin Johnson, professional golfer, since 2012. The two announced their engagement in August last year. Pauline and her husband are expecting their first child.

 Wayne Gretzky, the hockey legend, and his wife Janet have five children. Paulina is their eldest daughter. Her child will be their first grandchild.

 The good news comes at a hard moment for Dustin Johnson who has ceased playing pro golf amid reports of drug abuse. According to Golf.Com, The 8-time PGA Tour Winner is serving a half-year suspension from the tour after his positive test for cocaine. Previously, Golf. Com had reported that pro golfer Dustin Johnson had failed three drug tests.

 The soon-to-be father had earlier announced that he would be taking time away from tour to look for professional help.

Gretzky's family has stood by the golf player in his most difficult times. Recently, Pauline had posted a picture with her fiancé celebrating   Pauline's brother's birthday. Pauline's father, during an interview with Sports 590 radio, expressed his unconditional support and love for his son-in-law.

 Wayne later told Golf.com that they, the Gretzky family, loved Dustin Johnson and would help him in his recovery. He added, "Despite Johnson's turmoil, the family will stick together."

 Earlier this year, Pauline appeared on Golf Digest Magazine in a skintight capris and bra. The provocative picture caused controversy in the golf community with Mike Whan, the LPGA Tour Commissioner, stating that he was frustrated and disappointed by the cover photo.