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Celebrate Don't Make Your Bed Day on December 21st by leaving your bed unmade and embracing the chaos! This day celebrates the freedom of not having to make your bed in the morning, letting you choose instead to do something else with that time. The concept of not making your bed has been around for centuries, but it's only recently that it's been given its own holiday. So grab a cup of coffee and enjoy a few extra minutes in bed – the perfect way to celebrate Don't Make Your Bed Day!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1700s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Early Bedmaking Norms</div><div class='timeline-text'>Bed-making became a standard household chore in many societies, with neatly made beds considered a sign of responsibility and diligence.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1930</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Rise of Time-Efficiency Studies</div><div class='timeline-text'>Time-efficiency studies began questioning the necessity of various household tasks, including bed-making, but it remained a prevalent practice.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2005</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Health Concerns Surface</div><div class='timeline-text'>A study by Kingston University suggested that leaving the bed unmade might help eliminate dust mites, fueling debate about the necessity of bed-making.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Approach to Chores Changes</div><div class='timeline-text'>Lifestyle changes bring more flexible views on household chores. The idea of occasionally skipping bed-making gains acceptance as a way to gain time.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2016</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Don't Make Your Bed Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>Don’t Make Your Bed Day is established as a cultural holiday, bringing attention to the concept of skipping the chore of bed-making to gain a few extra minutes of leisure.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Jump in your bed</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Make the most of Don't Make Your Bed Day by jumping into your unmade bed. It's a great way to have fun and celebrate!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Leave your sheets untucked</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Not ready to jump in? That's okay, just leave your sheets untucked for the day and enjoy the extra room in your bed.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Take a nap on your bed</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take a nap on your bed and enjoy the extra comfort of your unmade bed. Who says you can't take a nap on an unmade bed?</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Have a pillow fight</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather up some friends and have a pillow fight on your unmade bed. It's a great way to have fun and celebrate Don't Make Your Bed Day.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Turn it into a movie night</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Grab some snacks and cozy up in your unmade bed with a movie marathon! It's the perfect way to relax and enjoy Don't Make Your Bed Day.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a fun way to break up routine</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Don't Make Your Bed Day is an excellent opportunity to deviate from your usual schedule and routines. Not having to make the bed provides an extra few minutes of free time in the morning, plus it gives you an excuse not to do something mundane!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It encourages rest & relaxation</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Skipping out on making the bed can provide much needed rest and relaxation for those who are feeling overwhelmed by their day. It's a reminder that sometimes it's important to take a step back and just be still for a little while.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It reminds us to enjoy life</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Don't Make Your Bed Day is meant to show us that taking a little breather every now and then can be good for our mental health. It's a gentle reminder not to take life too seriously, but to enjoy all its little moments while they last.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Skipping Bed-making Can Save Time</h3><p class='facts-content'>Omitting the task of bed-making can save an estimated 5-10 minutes daily, which amounts to around 60 hours over the span of a year.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>An Unmade Bed is Less Attractive to Bedbugs</h3><p class='facts-content'>According to scientific studies, bedbugs prefer warm, humid environments, which are created when you make your bed. So, leaving your bed unmade can help in keeping these pests at bay.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Historical Military Influence on Bed-Making</h3><p class='facts-content'>The strict standard of bed-making in the military was meant to instill discipline, but on a practical level served to inspect for bedbugs or ticks.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Bed-Making Practices Vary Across Cultures</h3><p class='facts-content'>The custom of making beds varies remarkably across different cultures. In some societies, it's even customary to air bedding outside daily for hygiene and comfort.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Skipping Bed-Making May Improve Sleep Quality</h3><p class='facts-content'>Some experts suggest that making your bed immediately traps heat and moisture promoting mites and fungi. Leaving your bed unmade during the day can help it to dry out and perhaps provide a better night's sleep.</p></div></div>
Don't Make Your Bed Day is celebrated on December 21 every year. In 2024 Don't Make Your Bed Day will occur on a Saturday.
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Dec 21
Thursday
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Dec 21
Saturday
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Dec 21
Sunday
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Dec 21
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Dec 21
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