Logan Paul on Fatherhood: “All My Concerns Are About 14-15 Years from Now”
“It’s Not Always Fair”: Logan Paul Reveals How He Came to Terms With “Daunting” Idea of Raising a Girl Child
As Logan Paul steps into the new role of fatherhood, the soon-to-be dad shared his thoughts on raising a daughter. During the launch party for the 60th anniversary of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit edition in New York City, the 29-year-old WWE star opened up about his initial fears and excitement about having a girl child.
A New Chapter for Logan Paul
Logan Paul, who attended the event with his mother, Pam Stepnick, and fiancée, Nina Agdal, announced their pregnancy in April through an Instagram post that featured ultrasound images and a caption, “Another Paul coming this Fall.” The couple, who got engaged last July, recently celebrated their pregnancy with a wrestling-themed gender reveal party, unveiling pink decorations and a special edition Prime bottle to signify they were expecting a girl.
Initial Fears and Acceptance
When asked about his initial reaction to finding out he was going to have a daughter, Paul admitted that it took him a few days to come to terms with the news. “It took three days. I’ll be honest with you. It took three days before I was like, ‘This is awesome.’ The idea of having a girl now is awesome. I’m in love with it. I can’t imagine anything else. But at first, it was a little daunting, you know?”
“awesome.” He said, “It took three days. I’ll be honest with you. It took three days before I was like, ‘This is awesome.’ The idea of having a girl now is awesome. I’m in love with it. I can’t imagine anything else. But at first, it was a little daunting, you know?”
Concerns Over Gender Dynamics
Paul, who grew up with his younger brother Jake, reflected on the challenges girls often face. He explained, “My mind got like, ‘I’m a guy, I know how, like, guys treat girls. It’s not always fair. Life’s hard.’ And it took me a little bit to get over. But now, I can’t imagine having anything else than a baby girl, and I couldn’t be more excited.”
The Toughest Part of Parenting
Addressing his anxieties about being a father, Paul revealed his biggest concerns revolve around his daughter’s teenage years. “It’s insane. I realized this. All of my concerns about being a girl dad are based around 14–15 years from now, right? When she becomes like a teenager, ‘I’m gonna do what I want dad’. Like that’s what like my anxiety comes from.”
Embracing Fatherhood
Despite his initial worries, Paul expressed immense gratitude and excitement about becoming a father. He believes that he and Agdal are about to embark on the best time of their lives. “Now I’m excited,” he said. The couple is already preparing for their daughter’s arrival, with Agdal starting to shop for baby clothes.
He continued, “It’s insane. I realized this. All of my concerns about being a girl dad are based around 14–15 years from now, right? When she becomes like a teenager, ‘I’m gonna do what I want dad’. Like that’s what like my anxiety comes from.”
Preparing for the Future
The journey into parenthood has not dampened Paul’s enthusiasm. Instead, it has brought a new perspective and a sense of readiness. The WWE wrestler is looking forward to the challenges and joys that come with raising a daughter, understanding that while it may be daunting, it is also incredibly rewarding.
Community Reactions
As Paul continues to share his journey publicly, his reflections on fatherhood resonate with many who understand the anxieties and excitement of expecting a child. His candid admissions and readiness to embrace the future have sparked discussions among fans and followers about the realities of parenthood.
