Actress Joanna Page has opened up about how her marriage to former Emmerdale actor James Thornton has evolved through the years. The couple married more than two decades ago in 2003 and share four children – Eva, 13, Kit, 10, Noah, eight, and Boe, four. Joanna revealed that becoming parents fundamentally transformed their relationship.
Shift in Focus After Children
Speaking to Woman magazine, she said: "It completely changes you. You're really close and a unit, then you have kids and it kind of completely splits you because they're now the focus." She acknowledged that romance takes a back seat amid the hectic family life but looks forward to future travels with her husband once their children are grown.
Importance of Intimacy and Wellbeing
Joanna spoke frankly about physical intimacy, stating: "Although, I've got four kids – I should be having more sex, but I'm too knackered. But you should have a load of sex. If you're tense, half the time it's because you just need to go out, get p****d, have a dance, and a really good s**g!" She also emphasized the value of quality sleep for overall wellbeing.
Emotional Reflections on Children Growing Up
Earlier this year, Joanna told the Mirror that her daughter's 13th birthday prompted thoughts about the future. "We don't have that many years left before she goes away to drama school or something and that has started to panic me a bit. The thought of her suddenly not being in the house makes me feel emotional," she said. "I thought, 'Life as I know it now... one day, it's not going to be like this. Me and James will be left on our own here and they'll be off, forming their own families.'"
Lifestyle Changes and Health
Joanna has also discussed her transformed attitude towards physical wellbeing. She revealed to the Mail that she dropped a couple of dress sizes after implementing lifestyle modifications, including increasing fruit and vegetable consumption while cutting back on sugar. The Swansea-born actress underwent several health screenings, including a bowel cancer test, smear test, mammogram, and blood work.
