It begins with two people, one blanket, and two very different ideas of what’s a comfortable sleeping temperature. By midnight, one partner is hot and sweaty while the other is freezing.

Sounds familiar? You’re not alone.

Many couples have nightly arguments over blankets or doonas, bedroom temperature and differing sleep habits. Poor sleep and relationship strain can follow.

So it’s no wonder couples are curious about the “Scandinavian sleep method”, which is having a moment on social media.

But what is it? And will it end your nightly “doona drama”, as TikTok suggests?

This is a sleeping arrangement for couples who share a bed. But rather than sharing bedding, each has their own blanket or doona.

This arrangement allows couples to continue sleeping together while meeting each person’s individual needs. It offers a balance between sleeping together and sleeping apart.

As the name suggests, it’s said to be a popular in Scandinavian countries. It reflects the preferences of many couples who value both intimacy (sharing a bed) and personal sleep comfort (their own blanket or doona).

Now many couples from non-Scandinavian countries say trying the Scandinavian sleep method has been a game-changer for their sleep.

Most research on how couples sleep focuses on broader factors. These include the sleep environment (whether........

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