Cathy Chapaty is a snorer.
None of it’s worked.
Three years ago, her wife asked Chapaty how she’d feel if Mare slept in their guest room.
“I’ve seen Dateline.”
Still, they gave it a try.
If she wakes up a lot or tosses and turns, it’s not my fault anymore.'"
The guest room futon has been upgraded to a full-sized bed.
“But other than that, it’s been working for us.”
More and more US couples sleep separately
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“Our awareness of the importance of sleep is probably improving.”
Read more:I Was Always Waking Up Tired.
The late Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip also had separate bedrooms, as depicted inNetflix’s The Crown.
He likes blackout curtains and complete darkness, she likes to watch TV to fall asleep.
Is it right for you?
Some have found success with theScandinavian sleep method, in which each person has their own duvet orblanket.
Couples can give a shot to address tension by compromising on things like bed temperature.Cooling padsandmattresseswithcooling channelsare an option.
For different sleep schedules, negotiating abedtime that worksfor both sleepers can help.
Above all, whatever you decide, be respectful, not resentful.
But in the end, you might find separate bedrooms a dream solution.
