Sex & Relationships
Published September 25, 2023, 2:01 PM ET
Swedish dreams.
Some couples swear by the so-called Scandinavian sleep method to help them get some shut-eye next to their bedridden spouse.
The practice, popular in Denmark, Norway and Sweden, promotes the use of two double blankets instead of one large blanket, the Sun reported.
Influencer Erica Stolman Dowdy says the Scandinavian sleep method “could save marriages.”
In a video that has been viewed over 3.3 million times, she takes off what appears to be a king-size mattress, then remakes the bed, covering each half with its own single-size comforter.
“The Scandinavian sleeping method is an absolute game changer. 10/10 recommended,” her video caption reads.
In the video, she explains that she and her husband went to Copenhagen, Denmark, where she learned the sleep trick and decided to implement it at home.
She also opted for “fun colors” in her decor, which is less about getting a good night’s sleep and more about making her room visually appealing.
The Scandinavian sleeping method uses two double duvets instead of one large duvet. TikTok/@ericastolmandowdy
Some of her followers also said that the sleeping method is a dream come true for their co-sleeping arrangements.
“Once you sleep with two duvets…you will NEVER go back to just one!!!” one wrote.
“My husband comes from Germany and we have always done this. My favorite way to make the bed is to fold each double bed and turn it sideways so it fits perfectly,” wrote another.
“Yessir. My husband and I have had our own duvets for over a decade. The best,” said a third.
The Scandinavian sleep method could be a good alternative for a sleep divorce. TikTok/@ericastolmandowdy
Opposites attract, and this could also apply to sleeping habits – which is why the Scandinavian sleeping method could help.
According to the Sleep Foundation, one spouse’s body temperature may be higher or lower than the other’s, creating a mismatch in sleep needs. Sharing a blanket could lead to waking up more often during the night – or one partner taking over the whole bed for themselves.
But instead of throwing the covers to the curb and filing for a sleep divorce — a growing trend that sees couples sleeping in different rooms — you might want to try the Scandinavian sleep method.
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