Sleeping in separate rooms due to a snoring partner could improve people’s relationships rather than marking the end, a leading sleep scientist has said. Couples moving into separate rooms can enter the “beginning of a new relationship”, where they are well rested and, ideally, happier. What are your thoughts LiveTribers? Could sleeping apart due to snoring improve relationships?
Posted by on 10 Jul 2023
A good sleep makes for happy people for a good relationship
Most definitely!
I don't know how anyone can bare sleeping in the same bed let alone the same room. Good sleep is vitally important. Some adults remind me of little kids.
We sleep in different states - FIFO - it has improved our relationship immensely.
Yes, when your partner is a loud snorer, It is better for your own health and sleep.
There's no one-size-fits-all solution to relationship dynamics, and what works for one couple may not work for another. The key is to find a solution that works best for both partners and supports their overall well-being and happiness.
I don't think sleeping in separate rooms can improve relationships. My partner has a bad snore sometimes but it's never annoyed me but the thing that annoy me the most was him, falling asleep in the lounge room and so hard to wake him up, and I hate to being apart.
Sleeping apart due to snoring is actually a good thing.
nothing wrong with sleeping apart, getting a good nights sleep is high on my priorities these days.
I do not think that sleeping apart due to snoring improves relationships as bad sleep in people is not always caused by snoring in the same room.
Cant see a problem with sleeping apart. When you’re sleeping you’re not really conscious about the other person in the bed
It’s a great idea if you or your partner snores. Either one needs their sleep so they don’t get up grumpy the next morning
I am so self conscious about my snoring that I have slept in a separate room since 1990. A few relationships since then but ALWAYS separate rooms. Privacy, aircon, bedclothes and snoring are all issues. My daughter and her husband have always had separate bedrooms. He snores badly. I believe separate rooms are a necessity. The aristocracy had the right idea.
Possibly. It depends on other communication issues in the relationship
Yes I think it's important to get a good sleep so if snoring is stopping that then yes definitely sleep separately. You can get resentful of a partner otherwise.
I think it’s a great idea so all get good sleep and I also prefer my own space
When the snoring issue can’t be resolved medically or with ids, this may be the best option to avoid conflict
Snoring I Can handle to a certain dB level...it's the accompanying vibration that even noise cancelling headphones cannot cutoff. Thank god for the spare room and indeed, we can both get a good night's sleep now. lol
Having a spare bedroom is very useful in these case
There is nothing worse than listening to someone snoring all night so I'd say it would have to improve things!
I guess if it gets to the stage where there is resentment towards a partner due to loss of sleep, then it is a good idea.
It depends on the relationship. I would rather sleep with my husband snoring than sleep in another room.
Absolutely - a good nights sleep sets up a good day.
My hubby and I sleep in different rooms for many years now. We have to because he's a loud snorer while I have difficulty getting a good nights sleep. Works for us both.
It depends on how bad the snoring is. My husband snores but I would rather sleep with him snoring than in another room by myself.
I think it depends on the individuals and how good the communication is between them. I'm in favour of separate rooms if the snoring is chronic and so loud that the other person can't sleep, because sleep is definitely needed. If the snoring person only snored sometimes and not loud, then earplugs are your best friend.
No way. A couple would drift apart and the snorer would feel unworthy. Best to get medical help to avoid that situation
Not a ideal solution to the problem but if it doesn’t effect relationship then it may be done.
Only for some nights but not every night
I’m some situations I’m sure it could, but I would hate it!
There is nothing worse than a loud snorer keeping you awake so separate rooms could definitely help the relationship
My wife has sleep apnea and she does snore sometimes, not constant, but I would be very sad if we slept in separate beds and rooms.
Definitely! We sleep apart always.
Absolutely, Sleeping in separate rooms to cope with a snoring issue will do wonders for the relationship. In order to have a happy relationship both people should be at their best and snoring just kills the passion.
Definitely! As long as both people talk about it and there's no resentment. We need our sleep and the snorers must get tired of being woken and told to 'roll over'!!
Absolutely. Ive had to do it and at the same time it’s not a dismissive move if you both take the initiative to go to a sleep centre to be checked. It’s a severe thing for one’s health, the snoring. But can also hurt the other persons from lack of proper sleep cycle. No one should be insulted by this request as long as it is done respectfully
You'd be better off booking an appointment for a sleep study as simply moving to a different room doesn't help the fact that snoring may be due to sleep apnea. If sleep apnea continues, it actually causes inflammation due to poor sleep, lack of oxygen. This goes on to affect cardiovascular health and for some, it has a worse affect on cardiovascular health than eating saturated fats. Not all sleep apnea sufferers are snorers, but a big proportion are.
Sleeping apart could help but mentally not good as if you are in a relationship could put pressure on the love you have for each other from comfort being next to each other during sleep. Their are sleep apneas out their so you don't have to sleep apart and being together is also good to be aware of each other if problems occur during the night you might sense your partner having breathing problems and could quickly alert them and get assitance if required and call emergency services - ambulance If they are on a sleep apnea machine check if it has disconnected causing alarm bells to ring over concerned breathing issues your partner is having. This is diffently helpful for especially the elderly.
I prefer using earplugs. when the snore is too loud, in go the earplugs. Works a treat.:)
We sleep apart - about 500 klms apart. It has done wonders for our relationship. I thoroughly recommend it.
Yes we’ve been sleeping apart for years due to snoring and others medical conditions. It isn’t ideal but sometimes you have to do what works.
Better sleep equals better moods so probably it would help but it could also pull people apart. Depends on how they attack the situation I guess.
Been doing exactly this for years. You know the old saying, "happy wife..." Of course, there's always time for a cuddle in the morning.
Can do
I don't know about improving the relationship but I do know if they sleep together, they will definitely NOT be having a harmonious relationship.
Plenty of couples sleep apart for various reasons. I'm not sure why there's such an emphasis on sleeping next to your partner. Seems like not losing sleep due to being incompatible sleep partners might be worse for your relationship than just sleeping in a different bed
Yes, especially when other steps have been tried to avoid or limit the snoring
this is a good idea to for a happier couple
part of a relationship is to care for the others needs so sleeping apart is a way to do this. But go the next step and seek help in curing the snoring so you can share the same bed again.
I think better sleep is a vital part of life, it would definitely improve the relationship if the couple still love each other.
Yes especially for older people, separate beds and rooms can really make a difference to sleep quality. This might be for snoring/getting upto the toilet/ restless legs at night/tossing and turning with a bad back/ one a bad sleeper and wanting to watch tele in bed or read with the light on etc..there are many reasons why older people in particular would benefit from separate rooms.
I think there are more issues than just snoring that can keep partners awake. As you get older you tend to have to get up to go to the toilet more at night which can also wake your partner up. I seem to be coming across more older people who now sleep in separate rooms due to that. I see nothing wrong with doing it if it helps you both sleep better.
Yes it limits how annoyed you got.
I think the snoring guy should sleep after the partner is asleep if they share the bed. But sleep separately is definitely showing care and respect.
If your partner is snoring hen sleeping separatly would help the other get sleep.But maybe the partner that is snoring should also seek medical advice
Definitely. If you aren't sleeping, it can lead to problems.
Definitely, having a good sleep improves your mood so everyone should be more cheerful and less stressed throughout the day
This has happened to me. When we slept apart it was good for us both. Plenty of other time to share with each other.
If its really severe, maybe as a short time solution. but long term most couples don't want to sleep apart. I think you need to look at the root cause rather than a stop gap solution. my partner snores and when he loses weight it reduces a lot. changing pillows and bedding can help. sleep deficiency can really affect a relationship too so seeking a solution rather than just sleeping apart is my suggestion. its not always practical to sleep apart either. get a sleep study done, get healthier and change your sleeping arrangements i.e bedding, temperature etc... before going down drastic routes.
If it was really bad then why not save the relationship as sleep deprivation can really be hard to deal with especially if you have a bad diet too
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