No, you both must use either the standard deduction or itemized deductions.
Do you qualify as Head of Household? In order to file as Head of Household, the following must apply:
"You file a separate return. A separate return includes a return claiming married filing separately, single, or head of household filing status.
You paid more than half the cost of keeping up your home for the tax year.
Your spouse didn't live in your home during the last 6 months of the tax year. Your spouse is considered to live in your home even if he or she is temporarily absent due to special circumstances.
Your home was the main home of your child, stepchild, or foster child for more than half the year.
You must be able to claim an exemption for the child." (exceptions may apply for children of divorce)
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