The Karma Sleeptra! The three positions couples should adopt for the best night’s sleep, according to a specialist

A sleep expert has revealed three positions that can improve your sleep and keep your partner from waking you up at night.

James Leinhardt, sleep position expert and founder Levitex in the UK last month, a TikTok video shared three positions that help keep the spine straight and are most likely to release happy chemicals such as oxytocin.

He also demonstrated a position that he said “reduces morning pain” and “improves overall sleep quality.”

He says following his advice can reduce the risk of “sleep divorce,” where couples sleep in a separate bed or room from each other.

Recent survey data shows that more than a third of Americans practice it.

“The secret to a happy relationship may lie in a position you haven’t tried yet,” Leinhardt said in his video, which has received more than 97,000 views. “I do this with my wife every night.”

The three positions Mr. Leinhardt recommends for harmonious sleep are (from left to right): Dreamers, Reversed Dreamers, and Soldiers.

“The secret to a happy relationship may lie in a position you haven’t tried yet,” Mr. Leinhardt said in the video, which has received more than 97,000 views. “I do this with my wife every night.”

The first position the sleep specialist demonstrated was the dreamer’s position (left), in which each person lies on their side with their shoulders, knees and ankles “stacked on top of each other so that the spine is level and straight.” The position also works while lying back to back (right).

The first pose Leinhardt recommends is what is commonly known as “cuddling,” or what he calls “dreaming.”

Here, each person lies on their side with their shoulders, knees, and ankles “stacked on top of each other.”

This keeps the spine “nice and straight.”

But unlike traditional caresses, he advises couples to place a pillow between their knees. This helps couples melt into each other’s bodies while keeping the spine and pelvis in a stable, neutral position.

According to Leinhardt, the physical proximity of the position causes the release of the happiness chemical oxytocin.

A survey by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine found that more than a third of Americans practice sleep deception, which involves sleeping in separate beds or separate rooms.

“Dreamer is the best position for sleeping at night, providing maximum support for the head, neck, spine and hips. The body is in a neutral position, without turning or bending throughout the night.

“It also sets the stage for a fantastic night’s sleep, bringing all sorts of relationship benefits, such as improved mental health, libido, motivation and happiness.”

You can also take the same pose, but turn your face in the opposite direction, that is, your back. While this may not be optimal for intimacy, it keeps the spine healthy and protected from injury.

He also suggested the soldier pose, which involves lying on your back and placing a pillow under your knees.

Another recommended pose is the “soldier” position—lying on your back with a pillow under your knees, “ensuring that your spine remains straight.”

According to Leinhardt, this will reduce morning pain, fatigue and improve overall sleep quality.

“Divorce in a dream”—the decision to sleep separately—is traditionally frowned upon and considered a sign of a dying marriage.

But more than a third of American couples sleep in a separate room from their partner, according to a new national survey from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine.

Stigma aside, these couples may sleep better because of it.

Experts believe this could eliminate distractions such as snoring, blanket theft and early alarm clocks, which could lead to a more restful night’s rest.

And it might even improve their relationship.

Dr Seema Khosla, pulmonologist and AASM spokesperson, said: ‘We know that poor sleep can worsen your mood, and those who are sleep-deprived are more likely to argue with their partners.

“There may be some resentment toward the person causing the sleep disturbance, and this can negatively impact the relationship.”

Mr Leinhardt said: “The key to a good night’s sleep is the quality of your sleep, not the quantity, so sleep position is really important.”

“And with nearly half the nation saying they sleep six hours or less a night, we need to stop setting unrealistic expectations for ourselves and instead focus on what really matters—the quality of our sleep.”