Ever woken up clinging to a corner of the doona while your partner’s rolled up like a burrito on the other side?
Yeah, we’ve all been there.
Blanket battles might seem harmless (or even funny), but over time that nightly tug-of-war can chip away at your sleep quality and your patience. And when your sleep suffers, so does everything else - your mood, your energy, even your connection with each other.
That’s where the Scandinavian sleep method comes in. A simple shift in how you make the bed that’s saving relationships (and sanity) all over the world.
✅ Two doonas, one bed. The simple trick to saving your sleep and your sanity.
The Scandinavian sleep method is a way of sharing a bed while sleeping under separate covers. Instead of one shared doona, each partner uses their own single quilt, allowing for better temperature regulation, fewer sleep disturbances, and more personalised comfort.
What is the Scandinavian Sleep Method?
In most Nordic countries, it’s completely normal for couples to share a bed, but not a doona. Instead, each person sleeps under their own single quilt, side-by-side.
It’s practical, personal, and honestly, kind of genius.
No more temperature wars. No more midnight tugging. No more waking up cranky because someone’s hogging the covers.
And now, Australians are finally catching on.
How the Scandinavian sleep method works
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Two single quilts are used instead of one shared doona
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Each person chooses their own doona weight and warmth
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Both partners share the same bed without sharing body heat or blankets
Why Bedding Shouldn’t Be a One-Size-Fits-All Solution
Your body and your partner’s body are not the same.
You probably don’t eat the same breakfast, wear the same clothes, or, sadly enough, enjoy the same room temperature.
(Seriously, the thermostat wars are real. If one of you is reaching for the blanket while the other’s cracking a window, you’re not alone.)
So why on earth are you trying to sleep under the same blanket?
When sleep is disrupted by constant blanket battles or overheating, your body struggles to achieve the deep and REM sleep that it needs.
And the result? Less patience, lower mood, and that feeling of being just slightly disconnected from each other.
Why You and Your Partner Probably Don’t Sleep the Same Way
Your body temperature naturally fluctuates during the night. Add in different comfort preferences and how each body manages heat, it’s no wonder two people rarely sleep the same way.
That’s because your body’s thermoregulation, is influenced by so many factors, including:
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Hormones
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Muscle mass and fat distribution
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Metabolism
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Stress
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Overall health and any underlying conditions
So when we look at human biology, it really makes you wonder... why isn’t it normal to sleep with separate covers?
The funny thing is, in Scandinavian countries, it is completely normal. They’ve been sleeping this way for decades, while the rest of us have been tossing, turning, and fighting over the doona like it’s a contact sport.
Who Benefits from the Scandinavian Sleep Method
If you’re wondering whether this setup is right for you and your partner, here are a few situations where separate covers can make a world of difference:
- Couples with different temperature preferences
- Both hot sleepers
- One who loves a top sheet, one who can’t stand it
- Menopausal or perimenopausal women
- Blanket stealers
- Parents co-sleeping safely
- Couples that have different doona preferences
If you and your partner love to cuddle all night long and never fight over blankets, you’re probably already nailing your sleep setup. But if you’re tired of midnight doona battles or restless nights, this could be the upgrade your sleep has been waiting for.
Myth-Busting: “But What About Cuddling using the Scandinavian Sleep Method?”
Let’s clear this up.
Yes, you can still cuddle.
All you need to do is overlap your covers slightly. You’re not restricted by the smaller size of a single doona, and you still get all the cosy benefits. The bonus? When it’s time for your own space, you can simply roll over and be perfectly tucked in under your own cover.
The goal isn’t distance, it’s quality sleep.
And when you both sleep well, you naturally feel closer.
My Experience: From Blanket Battles to Bliss
As an Australian bedding brand specialising in the Scandinavian sleep method, I’ve seen firsthand how separate covers can transform sleep quality for couples.
Before I tried sleeping with separate doonas, my partner and I were stuck in a cycle of temperature clashes and nightly doona fights.
We tried everything, different bedding materials, bigger doonas, even upgrading our bed size, but nothing solved it.
Then I stumbled across the Scandinavian sleep method online.
We gave it a go, and honestly? We were sold straight away. We both slept through the night, no tugging, no overheating, no 2am aggressive doona yanking.
Oh, and we finally solved the mystery of who was the real blanket thief. (Spoiler alert: it was him!)
Where to Start, Try the Scandinavian Sleep Method
If you’re curious to give it a go, start simple, grab two spare blankets or doonas you already have at home and test it out for a week.
Once you notice you haven’t woken up from a stolen blanket or night sweats all week, you’ll see why this setup makes such a difference.
And at that point, you’ll be more than ready to give your bed the refresh it deserves.
That’s exactly why we created Scandi Sleep, to make it easy for Australians to enjoy better sleep together, with bed sets that are beautiful, functional, and built for the Scandinavian sleeping method.
Because better sleep doesn’t have to mean compromise.
Take Charge of Your Sleep Health
Good sleep isn’t a luxury, it’s essential.
And sometimes, the healthiest thing you can do for your relationship is make a small change that benefits you both.
So if you’re tired of restless nights, doona theft, or feeling “off,” maybe it’s time to do what the Scandinavians have done for decades, and find comfort in your own cover.
Your best sleep (and your happiest mornings) might just start with two doonas.
Want to learn more about the benefits of the Scandinavian sleep method? You can do that here, on our Scandinavian sleep method benefits page.
