If you’re one of those “wake up and make the bed immediately” people… good news: you can officially be lazier and healthier at the same time. 😅✨
Here’s why experts say you should wait before making your bed ⬇️
🦠 Your Bed Needs to Breathe
When you sleep, your body gives off heat and sweat, and all that moisture gets soaked into your sheets. If you make the bed right away, you’re basically trapping all that funk under the covers. 😬
And that warm, sealed-up bedding? It becomes prime real estate for dust mites.
🕷️ Dust Mites LOVE a Freshly Made Bed
Dust mites thrive in:✔️ Warmth✔️ Moisture✔️ Dead skin cells
…which is exactly what’s waiting for them when you make the bed the second you wake up. 😳
The Asthma and Allergy Foundation says dust mites are a HUGE problem for people with allergies or asthma, so giving them a five-star resort might not be the move.
🌬️ Let Your Bed Air Out — It’s Better for You
Experts say:➡️ Pull back the covers➡️ Let the bed air out for 30–60 minutes➡️ Turn on a fan or crack a window if you can
This helps your sheets dry out and makes them way less inviting to mites, mildew, and weird smells. 🌿
😴 Don’t Skip Making It Altogether
People who do make their beds are 19% more likely to report good sleep, according to the National Sleep Foundation. 💤
So still make it — just give it a little breather first.
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