
Why did married couples sleep in separate beds back in the day?
The Curious Case of Separate Beds in Marriage Not too long ago, it was quite common for married couples to sleep in separate beds or even in different bedrooms. Today, this might seem strange to us. We often think of sharing a bed as a sign of love and closeness in a marriage. But back in the day, there were many reasons for this unusual practice, and understanding them can help us see how marriage and society have changed over time. Modesty and Social Norms One big reason couples slept