Gary Numan Reflects on Parenthood Challenges and Music with Daughter
- Gary Numan became a father for the first time at age 45 in 2003.
- He encountered unforeseen challenges and trauma in parenting three daughters.
- His ongoing discussions about worry with his father reflect the enduring emotional nature of parenthood.
Gary Numan, a British musician, reflects on his experience of parenthood, which began in 2003 with the birth of his daughter Raven. At 45, he entered fatherhood with great confidence, believing he was prepared for the challenges ahead. However, he soon realized that parenting brought unexpected difficulties and traumas, leading to a steep learning curve. Numan describes each of his three daughters as dynamic individuals who continually change the demands of parenting, further complicating the experience. Recently, he conversed with his 88-year-old father about worrying; his father admitted that he never stopped worrying about Numan, indicating the universal nature of parental concern. This conversation highlights the ongoing emotional complexities involved in family relationships as one transitions into parenthood and how these feelings endure over time.