Sleeping next to a partner has these health benefits — but it doesn’t work for hookups By . Tracy Swartz. Published Feb. 24, 2025, 8:00 a.m. ET.

So sleeping alone could be a good idea if your bed partner has a sleep disorder. What's more, studies have found sleep disturbances are linked to reduced relationship satisfaction . So sleeping ...

Co-sleeping helps partners enjoy enhanced overall wellbeing, reduced stress, and even synchronized heartbeats. The benefits multiply if the emotional intimacy is higher.

The first step is to figure out why your partner isn't sleeping well. They may have already tried doing the most obvious things, such as: Go to bed and get up at the same time every day, allowing ...

Sleep disruptions like snoring, teeth grinding, or restless movements affect more than just your sleep quality. They impact how you feel about your partner on a subconscious level.

When you move in with your partner, it's generally assumed you and your partner will share a bed. However, a growing number of couples are opting to sleep apart - even on holiday. A third (33%) of ...

If your partner is what Dr. Vena calls a “simple snorer,” meaning sleep apnea is not the culprit, there are other ways to nix the noise. Discourage mouth breathing.