How many of us recall our mother’s demand to “make your bed”? If you are anything like me, you probably resisted, or at best, just threw the blankets over your pillows. But, as with many things, Mom ...

A common morning ritual, making your bed, might be harming your respiratory health. Research suggests tightly made beds trap moisture, creating an ideal environment for dust mites, a common allergen.

“If you make your bed every morning, you will have accomplished the first task of the day. It will give you a small sense of pride and it will encourage you to do another task and another and another.

For many people, the day begins with the same familiar sequence. The duvet is pulled neatly into place, the pillows are arranged with care, and the perfectly made bed becomes a symbol of order and ...