Sharing a room when you snore

You’re not the only one

In a study of 1,913 people referred to a sleep center, 88% of the women were measured snoring, but only 72% said they snore. Women snored about as loudly as men. According to the authors, there is a social stigma associated with snoring among women. See the study

Snoring isn’t a flaw of character. It is what soft tissue does when it relaxes and narrows in sleep. Why people snore

Talking about it

Start with the practical. “I’d like to try something for the snoring, and it would help to know how loud it gets.”
Ask for information, not verdicts. How often? Every night? When you sleep on your back?
Agree on a small plan. Try one thing for a few nights, then compare notes. How to compare fairly

What else people try

The NHS suggests losing weight if you are overweight, sleeping on your side, and avoiding smoking, heavy drinking and sleeping pills. It also mentions that a partner can use earplugs. [5] If lifestyle changes aren’t working, or you notice daytime sleepiness or gasping during sleep, see a doctor.

A night away from home

Mold it at home first, and start at neutral before you travel.Keep it in its own ventilated case, and put the case in your bag. It is stored like a toothbrush.Rinse it in cold water in the morning. Hot water softens the lining, so keep it away from heat, like a car in the sun.Take the key with you if you plan to adjust it. Otherwise leave it at neutral for the trip.

If you both snore

Each person needs their own mouthguard, because it is molded to one person’s teeth. Two of The Hush cost $79.98 in your cart, $20 less than two separate ones.