Sleep apnea can make both partners sleep deprived which can make it hard to work together to support one another. If you’re partner snores it may be helpful to:
Voice your concerns. Being honest in a non-accusatory way can help open the conversation. Letting your partner know about their snoring can also help protect their health.
Make your bedroom more serene. The environment can impact sleep quality so taking steps to keep your room quiet, dark, and at a comfortable temperature can improve your sleep.
Discuss lifestyle changes. Consider doing relaxing activities together before bed. Stretching, going on an evening walk, or taking a warm shower can help to get to sleep easier.
Be patient with each other. Dealing with sleep apnea and snoring can take its toll on both partners. Your partner may experience challenges and negative feelings around their snoring and sleep apnea. Snoring is not within anyone’s control and while it can be frustrating, offering encouragement is the best approach to figuring things out together.
Fortunately, Dr. Sheehan offers comfortable, simple solutions for sleep apnea and snoring that can help save the health of you and your partner as well as improve your relationship.