The Secret to a Happy, Healthy Marriage? Separate Beds

[Chris_]

The Secret to a Happy, Healthy Marriage? Separate Beds

If you’ve ever wondered what the secret is to a long, happy and healthy marriage – the answer may be as simple as having separate beds, one sleep expert claims.

Not only will a couple escape arguments over blanket-hogging and non-stop tossing and turning — but they will have a proper night's rest and be healthier for it, Dr. Neil Stanley, the consultant who set up sleep laboratories at U.K.'s Surrey University, said.

"Poor sleep is bad for your physical, mental and emotional health," he said. "It increases the risk of stroke, heart disease and divorce."

On the other hand, if you enjoy sleeping in them same bed, then by all means don’t go out and buy that twin bed just yet.

"If you sleep perfectly well together, then don't change," Stanley said. "But don't be afraid to relocate."

I don't snore, but she does.   :innocent:

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[DixieBelle]

The most gi-normous king size bed works too. We also bought a Sleep For Life bed. Each side has it's own separate innersprings that are customizable. My side is the softest, cushiest and his is the opposite. Works like a charm.

[DumbAss Tanker]

We've been married 28 years, one bed, and she snores like a buzzsaw.  I'd still rather have the physical contact.

[thundley4]

We've been married 28 years, one bed, and she snores like a buzzsaw.  I'd still rather have the physical contact.

Almost married 20 years, but together for 23+ and I agree.  I don't sleep as soundly alone.

[mamacags]

Hubby snores and I am a light sleeper.  I would love separate rooms but would miss him beside me.

[Chris_]

I never realized how much sleep I was not getting until I divorced my ex the first few months after our divorce was the most peaceful sleep I have had since I was 21