(CNN) — We know that snoring can be the enemy of sleep — but must it also be the enemy of sex? I’ve heard repeatedly from couples that nasal strips, CPAP machines and earplugs are decidedly unsexy.

You know that moment when your partner nudges you awake at 3 AM, frustrated and exhausted? Or maybe you’re the one lying there, staring at the ceiling, wondering if you’ll ever sleep through the night ...

Dr. Wendy Troxel, a Utah-based sleep expert, shares guidance for couples dealing with disruptive nighttime breathing issues.

Ian Kerner is a licensed marriage and family therapist, writer and contributor on the topic of relationships for CNN. His most recent book is a guide for couples, “So Tell Me About the Last Time You ...