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What can I do if my bed partner is a night owl, but I am an early bird?

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What can I do if my bed partner is a night owl, but I am an early bird?

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If you and your bed partner have different sleep schedules, the early bird can wear eyeshades and earplugs to block out the night owl's activities. Watch sleep expert Michael Breus, PhD, explain how both bed partners can get a good night's sleep.

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