Lucy Mecklenburgh has shed light on the sleeping arrangements she shares with fiancé Ryan Thomas, explaining that they often sleep in separate beds. The former reality television star also addressed the status of their wedding, stating that nuptials are currently on hold as their priorities have shifted since starting a family. Mecklenburgh, 35, and Thomas, 42, have been a couple since 2017 and became engaged two years later, but a wedding date has not yet been set.

Reasons Behind Separate Sleeping Arrangements

Mecklenburgh recently elaborated on the couple’s sleeping habits, which Thomas had previously discussed on his podcast. She explained that the primary reason for their separate beds stems from Thomas’s snoring and sleep-talking. As a mother of two young children, Mecklenburgh emphasized the importance of adequate rest.

“Ryan snores and sleep talks, and I need my sleep,” Mecklenburgh told The Mirror. “I have to sleep, especially with two young kids. It’s full-on, so I’d just turf him out to the spare room because I’d be like, ‘Shut up!’, and that kind of evolved.”

This practical solution, born out of necessity for a good night’s sleep, has become their established routine. Thomas had previously mentioned on the podcast “At Home With The Thomas Bros” that in their main residence in Manchester, they utilize separate beds and even separate living rooms. He noted that when staying at their smaller London home, they do share a bed due to space constraints.

Family Life and Evolving Priorities

The couple, who share son Roman, aged six, and daughter Lilah, aged four, have found that their focus has naturally shifted since becoming parents. Mecklenburgh highlighted how having children before marriage has influenced their approach to tying the knot.

“I think it’s become harder because we had kids before we got married,” she explained. “When you have a family your priorities change.” The demands of raising two young children, coupled with their recent move to Manchester, have made life particularly busy.

Despite the postponement, Mecklenburgh affirmed their intention to marry in the future. “We would love to one day,” she stated, indicating that while it’s not an immediate focus, the wedding remains a possibility.

Past Discussions and Relationship Dynamics

Ryan Thomas had initially brought up the topic of their sleeping arrangements on his podcast, hosted with his brothers Adam and Scott. He described their Manchester home’s setup, where separate beds and living rooms are the norm. His brother Adam expressed surprise, even suggesting it was “f***ed up” and that Thomas should share a bed with his fiancée.

Mecklenburgh had previously offered a similar explanation for their sleeping habits, citing Thomas’s snoring, sleep-talking, and tendency to move restlessly in his sleep, which she described as him “whacking” her.

The couple’s relationship has been a subject of public interest since they met. In April, Ryan’s brothers playfully teased him about appearing particularly affectionate with Mecklenburgh during a trip to Copenhagen. Photos shared from the holiday showed the couple kissing in a photo booth, an act that surprised Scott Thomas, who noted Mecklenburgh’s usual aversion to public displays of affection (PDA).

During the podcast discussion, Ryan Thomas defended his actions, explaining he felt “besotted” and “in love” during the trip, wanting to express his feelings for Mecklenburgh. He spoke glowingly of his fiancée, calling himself “the luckiest man in the world” and expressing his deep affection and admiration for her.

Wedding Plans Postponed by Circumstances

The path to marriage for Mecklenburgh and Thomas has encountered delays, partly due to external circumstances. Following their engagement in June 2019, the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic the following year significantly impacted plans for many couples, including theirs. The global health crisis forced numerous weddings to be postponed, and Mecklenburgh and Thomas were among those who had to put their nuptials on hold.

While the pandemic was a significant factor in the initial delay, Mecklenburgh’s recent comments suggest that evolving family priorities and the demands of raising young children are the current reasons for the continued pause on wedding plans. The couple appears content with their current life, prioritizing their children and their established routines, with marriage being a future consideration rather than an immediate goal.

Conclusion

Lucy Mecklenburgh and Ryan Thomas are navigating their relationship with a focus on practicality and family well-being. The decision for separate sleeping arrangements is rooted in ensuring adequate rest for Mecklenburgh, while the postponement of their wedding reflects a natural shift in priorities following the arrival of their two children. The couple remains committed to each other, with marriage still a possibility for the future, but for now, their energy is directed towards their young family and their established life in Manchester.