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Why You Shouldn't Wear Your Hearing Aids to Sleep - And What to Do Instead

Amalee

• 2 min read
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If you wear hearing devices, there are many reasons why it might be tempting to keep them in overnight. It could be that you’re worried about missing alarms, doorbells or a crying baby, but wearing your hearing aids to bed isn’t recommended, and here’s why.

Let’s explore how to take care of your ears (and devices) at night time, and the safer alternatives that can help you sleep soundly.

Why You Should Avoid Sleeping In Your Hearing Aids

1. Protecting Your Ear Health & Comfort

Wearing hearing aids in bed can cause pressure or rubbing in and around your ears, especially for side sleepers. Prolonged overnight wear of hearing aids can lead to:

  • Skin irritation or soreness
  • Increased earwax build-up
  • Moisture damage and reduced sound clarity
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Top Tip: If you’re dealing with irritation, earmould comfort creams or olive oil sprays may help. Explore comfort solutions >>

2. Reducing the Risk of Damage or Loss

Tossing and turning throughout the night can knock your hearing aids loose… and trying to find them within the bedding at 2am is no one’s idea of a good time!

Hearing aids should be stored neatly and securely to avoid both damage and loss throughout the evening.

3. Prolong Battery & Device Performance

Sleeping is the perfect time to charge your hearings aids - or, if they’re not rechargeable, to store them in a drying or dehumidifying case. This can:

  • Prevent battery drain
  • Prolong device life
  • Maintain sound quality
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Top Tip: Use an overnight drying station to protect your devices. Browse drying solutions >>

4. Avoiding Sensory Overload

Just like your eyes, your ears and your brain need downtime too. Wearing your hearing devices overnight can contribute to sensory overload, interfering with your ability to full relax and enter a genuinely restful sleep.

The same way we turn off bright screens or lights to give our eyes a rest, our auditory system also needs a break!

Worried About Missing Sounds Without Your Hearing Aids?

It really is a common concern, many people choose to sleep with their hearing aids because they worry that they won’t hear:

  • An alarm clock in the morning
  • A doorbell or phone call
  • A fire alarm or smoke detector
  • A baby crying

But, there are safe, hearing aid-free solutions designed specifically for deaf and hard of hearing users.

Try These Night Time Alerting Alternatives:

1. Vibrating & Flashing Alarm Clocks

Wake up with vibration, flashing lights, or both - no sound needed. Many models include bed-shaker pads that slip under your pillow. Learn more >>

2. Vibrating Wristwatches

Discreet and wearable, these watches vibrate at set times for wake-ups or reminders and are ideal for overnight or daytime use. Learn more >>

3. Personal Alerting Systems

From doorbells to fire alarms, personal pager systems keep you informed with vibrations or flashing lights. Learn more >>

4. Baby Alarms for Deaf Parents

Stay in the loop during the night with vibration or visual notifications when your baby stirs. Learn more >>

Sleep Soundly - Without Your Hearing Aids

Your hearing aids deserve a good rest too! By removing them at night and using the right alerting tools, you can protect your hearing and your devices, and still wake up for everything that matters.

Explore all our Alerting Solutions on our website >>