As a homeschooling mom, I’m always looking for ways to instill positive habits in my kids—and myself—that align with our faith and values.
One simple habit that’s made a surprising difference in our home is making the bed every day.
You might be thinking, “Really, Anne? Making the bed?” Yes, really! As a mom, I’ve seen firsthand how small habits like making the bed can transform our days and reflect the orderliness YHVH desires in our lives.
Today, I’m sharing five reasons why I believe everyone—homeschool kids, parents, and especially moms—should make their bed daily, plus addressing some common objections. Let’s explore why this simple act matters.
Five Reasons to Make Your Bed Every Day
1. It Boosts Your Mood and Productivity
Did you know that making your bed every day can actually improve your mood? I heard that the National Sleep Foundation said you’re 19% more likely to have a good night’s sleep if you sleep in a made bed.
Now, I looked up that study, and it wasn’t quite as conclusive as all that, but, you know, from my own experience, I sleep better when my bed is made.
It’s like walking into my bedroom and thinking, “Wow, this room looks good. I’m going to have a great day today!”
It boosts my mood, makes everything feel nice, and sets a positive tone for the day.
2. It Enhances Mental Clarity
Making your bed also enhances your mental clarity. Really, it does!
You see, when everything around you is visually calm, it makes you feel calmer.
I hate walking into a room where everything is cluttered and messy. When things are straight and organized, I feel more calm, more able to focus on what’s important to me that day. And, frankly, that reduces stress.
A tidy bed creates a peaceful space that helps me think clearly and tackle my to-do list with confidence.
3. It Promotes Discipline and Routine
This one’s especially important for us moms. Making your bed every day promotes discipline and helps establish a routine. Just doing it at the same time, in the same place in your daily rhythm, sets a positive tone for the day and keeps everything on track.
Routines are good for us—that’s why the Father created circadian rhythms. Starting the day by making the bed, you know, gets us on the right foot for other tasks like eating a good breakfast or doing our homeschool lessons. I really like the sense of accomplishment it gives me.
No, I don’t put “make the bed” in my planner and check it off, but I would if I were struggling with it! It’s a small win that helps me feel like I’ve already accomplished something.
4. It Models Orderliness for Our Children
This reason is so important. Making your bed models orderliness to our children.
YHVH is a God of order, and we need to teach our kids by example that orderliness matters.
You know, when we model these habits, they become habits that carry over into other areas of their lives. It’s not really about the bed—it’s about teaching orderly habits. These habits, like picking up clothes off the floor or doing the laundry, help our children grow into responsible adults. We’re the responsible adults in their lives, so we need to show them how it’s done.
As Scripture says, “Whatever our hand finds to do, we should do it with all our might” (Ecclesiastes 9:10). Making the bed is a practical way to live that out.
5. It Improves Sleep Hygiene
Finally, they say making your bed improves sleep hygiene.
When you walk into your room and see a made bed, it signals, “This is a place where I can rest.” Your body says, “Okay, it’s time to sleep again.”
A made bed makes my bedroom feel like a peaceful sanctuary for sleep, which is so important for us busy moms.
What Are Some Common Objections?
“It Takes Too Long”
First, some say it takes too long. I timed myself this morning, just to see how long it takes me. It took me exactly two minutes!
Two minutes is not that long out of my day. To say I don’t have time is kind of silly. And I have a lot of pillows on my bed, so it might not even take you as long as it takes me. 🙂
“There’s No Point—I’m Just Getting Back In It”
A lot of people say, “There’s no point in making my bed. I’m just going to get back in it tonight. Why would I do that over and over again? I have more important things to do.”
Well, that could apply to taking a shower, brushing your teeth, washing dishes, or putting gas in your car. Why do I drive my car if I’m just going to have to fill it up again?
Yes, that’s life! And that’s what we need to teach our kids too. Repetitive tasks, like Shabbat or the feasts, are part of living faithfully. Making the bed is no different.
“It’s a Low Priority”
Thirdly, some say, “You know what, it’s just such a low priority. With so much stress in life, I really don’t have time for one more thing.”
I want to urge you that you’re exactly the person who needs to make your bed every day! It’s one thing you can control. It creates a place of shalom in your home, making it more peaceful when everything else feels crazy.
Flexibility and Grace
I do urge us to have flexibility, though. I’ll be honest—I don’t make my bed every single day. Some days, my life is too crazy. I have to rush out the door because something urgent happened, like a friend in the hospital. Those are days I don’t make the bed, and I don’t feel guilty about it either. There are 365 days in a year, and over many years, that’s a lot of days. The vast majority of them, I do make my bed because I love how it feels.
I also don’t make my bed on Shabbat. Maybe you do, and that’s okay! I have a lot of pillows, and seeing my unmade bed reminds me that I don’t work on this day. It’s my day to rest and even fall back into bed if I want to.
The Bigger Picture: A Sanctuary of Shalom
The home is a sanctuary. It’s where Torah is taught to our children and lived out as adults. It’s a priority. In 1 Timothy 5:14, Scripture calls women to manage their homes, to marry and bear children if the Father allows, and to care for the house given to them.
This doesn’t mean we do everything, but we model to our children that the home is important. By making our bed, we show we take care of what the Father has entrusted to us, giving no opportunity for the adversary to speak reproachfully.
Making your bed is a small but powerful act of stewardship. It sets the tone for a disciplined, orderly, and peaceful home where Torah can thrive. So, I challenge you to give it a try! Start tomorrow morning and see how it feels to begin your day with this simple habit.
Join the Conversation
Do you make your bed every day? Really? I’d love to hear from you in the comments below! And if you found this post encouraging, please share it with other homeschooling moms who might need a little nudge to bring order to their homes. Subscribe to our newsletter at HomeschoolingTorah.com to get more tips on managing your home and raising children rooted in Torah.
Here’s to creating homes filled with shalom, one made bed at a time!
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