Making the bed immediately after you get up is often touted as the best way to start the day. But according to cleaning pros, you actually shouldn’t make your bed as soon as you get out of it. Below, we’ll explain why experts say you should wait to make your bed. But according to laundry experts, your sheets and bedding are meant to air out a little bit before you make the bed. If you make your bed right away (like me), the good news is you don't have to change your morning routine too much.