7 Bedroom Solutions Everyone With a Tossing, Turning Bedmate Needs

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If you're sharing a bed with someone dreamy, but their snoring makes your nights a living hell, feel free to dump them. Or, you could always take solace in remembering that many people have trouble sleeping because of their partner—whether because of tossing and turning, quarrels over the comforter, snoring, or anything else. Of course, you could try solving this with an I Love Lucy-esque approach of sleeping in separate beds, but if you like cuddling up with your S.O., rest assured there are other ways to tackle couples' sleeping problems and simultaneously protect your relationship.

As 2016 research published in The Journal of Biological and Medical Rhythm Research found, sleep issues and relationship issues tend to happen in tandem. And that certainly does make sense, right? When you wake up on the wrong side of the bed (particularly because your partner is a starfish sleeper), you're not likely to be thrilled with them in the morning, even if your irritation is subconscious.

So let's change that! Below, find seven solutions for couples' sleeping problems.

1. Comforter Clips Fresh Ideas Padded Clips, $13

If your bed is a war zone wherein the two opposing sides aim to claim territory of the covers, you might be eyeing these clips lustfully. They'll keep your duvet from bunching and prevent you from laying bare in the harsh night.

Shop Now: Comforter Clips Fresh Ideas Padded Clips, $13

2. Milliard Bed Bumper Foam Safety Rail Guard, $23

Technically speaking, these bed bumpers are mainly used to keep pets and toddlers safely contained. But if your partner gets really mobile during their sleep, this can be utilized as a safe, affordable "you have this side, I have that side" barrier.

Shop Now: Milliard Bed Bumper Foam Safety Rail Guard, $23

3. SnoreRx Mouthpiece Snoring Appliance, $59

What greater (and louder) hell is there than listening to your partner create a symphony of long-winded snorts? Couples' sleeping problems like that one need to be tended to pretty immediately, and this SnoreRx mouthpiece is one way to accomplish that. The device takes an imprint of the teeth and helps channel silent snoozing.

Shop Now: SnoreRx Mouthpiece Snoring Appliance, $59

4. Silicone Ear Plugs, $10

If your snoring bedmate isn't into dental wear, consider investing in some ear plugs. These have a super-high rating on Amazon, and they're reusable, so you're not just tossing endless bottles of foam nubs into the garbage. Consider it a win for your sleep, your relationship, and the environment.

Shop Now: Silicone Ear Plugs, $10

5. Ervét Split-Duvet Bundle, $400

Allegedly, it's a common Scandinavian practice to sleep in split duvets (and I do stress "allegedly" because this is mostly mentioned by a gazillion American blogs). If there's any credence to it, well, we tend to trust those Nordic countries when it comes to happiness, so if you want something sturdier than the clips, individual bed burritos can also prevent a late night tug-of-war.

Shop Now: Ervét Split-Duvet Bundle, $400

6. Kömforte Dual Zone Comforter for Couples, $120

Hopefully the picture makes the conundrum clear: one party loves to feel toasty, the other needs an igloo-like environment to drift off. If that sounds like your shared bed, a dual-temperature comforter can keep things cool between you.

Shop Now: Kömforte Dual Zone Comforter for Couples, $120

7. The Nectar Full Adjustable Bed Frame, Split King, $998

For those who are looking to upgrade and want something modern and customizable, there's this split king bed by Nectar. The entire bed frame is totally adjustable, which means you have complete independence to do your own thing when your partner passes out besides you. It also has a USB plug and a built-in massage element. It's for sure an investment piece, but perhaps a worthy one at that.

Shop Now: The Nectar Full Adjustable Bed Frame - Split King, $998; The Nectar Mattress, $1138

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