Lydia Plath and her husband, Zac Wyse, are contemplating the timing for starting a family, as the couple expresses their desire for children. In an exclusive interview with Us Weekly on August 25, 2023, Lydia, 21, shared that they are “still playing it by ear” regarding their timeline for having babies. The couple is aiming to wait at least a year before expanding their family.
Lydia, who hails from a large family of nine siblings, married Zac in February 2023 after a brief engagement. Despite some skepticism about the rapid pace of their relationship, Lydia’s father, Barry Plath, has been eager for grandchildren even before Zac proposed. “He’s ready to be a grandfather. He’s still waiting today,” Lydia revealed, adding that her father often jokes about filling a shelf in their home that holds baby pictures.
Zac, supportive of Lydia’s timeline, acknowledged the challenges of delaying parenthood. “We’re definitely waiting because we want to know each other,” he explained. He further emphasized their desire to prepare adequately before taking on the responsibilities of parenting.
Both Lydia and Zac admit they have “baby fever.” When asked about their future family size, Lydia mentioned they are considering having “three to five” children, describing that number as “not too small, not too big.”
Influence of Friends and Family
The couple’s desire for children has intensified following their recent interactions with friends who are parents. Earlier in the summer, they spent time with Jinger Duggar and her husband, Jeremy Vuolo, who welcomed their third child, a son named Finnegan, in March 2023. Witnessing Zac hold a baby left a profound impression on Lydia. “Seeing Zac hold a baby, it was just the worst thing for me right now,” she remarked with a laugh, highlighting the couple’s growing aspirations for parenthood.
Despite their eagerness to start a family, Lydia and Zac are enjoying their life as newlyweds. They have reportedly had “plenty of practice” since their wedding day, having saved their first kiss for the ceremony. Zac mentioned there were no issues regarding intimacy, saying, “I think we trusted each other enough that, you know, it wasn’t going to be perfect.” Lydia added a heartfelt perspective, stating that their experiences were perfect because they were learning together.
Welcome to Plathville, which airs on TLC on Tuesdays at 10 p.m. ET, continues to showcase the couple’s journey and their evolving relationship. As they navigate their future plans, viewers remain invested in their story, intrigued by the couple’s balance between their personal aspirations and family expectations.