As you might guess from the title, my husband’s snoring is a major issue, especially after he’s had alcohol. It’s reached a point where it’s severely affecting my ability to get a good night’s sleep. I’m looking for suggestions to help us avoid sleeping in separate rooms because I just can’t cope with the sleep deprivation anymore.
I used to snore a lot until I had a sleep study that diagnosed me with severe sleep apnea. Starting CPAP therapy stopped my snoring immediately, and now I sleep much better. It has significantly improved my energy levels and my relationship.
The only solution that worked for us was sleeping in separate rooms. My wife snores very loudly, and it was the best decision.
Getting a second bed might help, but it’s important to understand why he snores. It could be allergies, sleep apnea, or other reasons. He should see a doctor to get the right treatment. In the meantime, try to go to bed before him and consider using Mack silicone ear plugs.
@Ashton
Thanks for the suggestion, but ear plugs aren’t an option for me as I need to hear my child in the morning. Noise machines also won’t work for the same reason.
I ended a relationship due to severe snoring among other issues. It’s tough, but sometimes necessary for your own health.
Clove said:
I ended a relationship due to severe snoring among other issues. It’s tough, but sometimes necessary for your own health.
Absolutely, the lack of sleep really can drive you to the edge.
Have you considered a sound machine? They can help drown out snoring. Amazon has various models with different sounds like white noise that might help.
Mouth tape might be an option. It helps the snorer to breathe through their nose, reducing snoring. Another method that works for me is sleeping with earplugs before my partner comes to bed.
He should consider a sleep study to determine the cause of his snoring.
We opted for separate rooms. It was the only way to prevent complete exhaustion.
Try raising the head of the bed or mouth taping. Also, visiting a sleep-oriented orthodontist could provide some insights, especially if your husband has had teeth removed.
It sounds like sleep apnea. A sleep study would be a good step to confirm this and look into treatment options.
My wife and I have been sleeping in separate beds for 15 years to ensure we both get restful sleep. It works well for us, and we manage to maintain a healthy relationship.