Sleeping Next to a Snoring Partner? Here's How to Out sleep the Giant

Written By The Curated Life .

Let’s be honest… we love our partners. But when it’s 2:37 AM and their snoring sounds like a freight train dragging a chainsaw, the love starts to wear a little thin.

If you're sleep deprived and desperate, you’ve probably tried the classic "gentle nudge," passive-aggressive sigh, plugging their nose, or even moving to the couch. Been there. Done that.

Good news: I’ve found some tried-and-true products that actually help. Below are my ride-or-die sleep aids that make sharing a bed with a snorer more bearable, and they’re subtle enough not to disrupt your bedtime vibe.

1. Loop Earplugs – Quiet, Comfortable, and Surprisingly Stylish

These are not your foam from the airplane earplugs. Loop Earplugs are minimalist, reusable, and super effective at dulling low-frequency snoring without making you feel like you're underwater.

Why I love them:

  • Comfortable enough to wear all night

  • Reduces snoring noise without blocking everything

  • Sleek enough that they don’t scream "I'm in survival mode"

  • https://amzn.to/3UReuUF ($69.95)

2. Sound Machine – White Noise is the MVP

I didn't believe in white noise until I used it to drown out nightly growling from across the bed. A sound machine creates a soothing backdrop (waves, rain, or plain static) that helps your brain tune out your partner’s “symphony.”

Why I love them:

3. Magnesium – Relax Your Muscles and Your Mood

Turns out, magnesium deficiency is linked to poor sleep quality and stress. I started drinking a magnesium tea (or taking a supplement) about an hour before bed, and the quality of my sleep improved noticeably, even if snoring still happened.

Why I love it:

  • Calms the nervous system

  • Helps relax muscles

  • May reduce restlessness and midnight wakeups

  • Any brand works but I personally love these ones: https://amzn.to/3J6OfXV ($24.95)

4. Sleep Mask:  Block the World, and the Blinking Clock

When you’re dealing with noise, the last thing you need is light pollution from your phone, the hallway, or your partner’s 2AM bathroom trip.

A good sleep mask helps you fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer. I swear by mine now, and you might too, especially paired with earplugs.

Why I love them:

Snoring might not be going away anytime soon, but your lack of sleep doesn’t have to stick around either. With the right tools and a bit of trial and error, you can find peace, even while your partner saws logs next to you.

Try one (or all) of the recommendations above and see what works best for your sleep style.

Because yes… you can love your partner and protect your REM cycle.

Jeanne

The Curated Life

The Curated Life .