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Should you wash your sheets after sex?

Do you know most of us spend a third of our day in our beds, sleeping, binge-watching series on television or having sex? Yet, when it comes to the frequency of washing our sheets, we all are guilty of not washing (and changing) them enough. But if you can’t recall the last time you washed your sheet but clearly remember the last romp you had on it, it is time to put it in the washing machine.

Women change their bed sheets more often, while most men change it only when they feel like it’s been many days that they haven’t. The data may change for those who take hygiene too seriously, but mostly this is the reality. A random survey revealed that most people wait anywhere between 10-20 days before changing their bed sheets.

Well, first things first, if you have an active sex life, you need a regular laundry schedule. But, surprisingly when you ask people if they should change their sheets after sex, most of them would say that it is gross to not change it post a romp. Interestingly, many did admit that they change their sheets if they have a one-night stand but don’t follow it too seriously if they have sex with their partner.

We asked some sexperts (sex experts) what is the general consensus on this and they said that sex or not, everyone should change and wash their sheets at least once a week. This is because your body produces skin cells, smells, and fluids in the bed. In some cases, going without washing your sex sheets despite having regular romps on it, can make you prone to STIs (sexually transmitted infection). One STI is trichomoniasis which is badly contagious and can spread easily.

The frequency should be more if you spend more time in bed. If your partner is suffering from flu, that’s a good reason to change and wash your sheets daily.

Source: TNN/timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Ogyem Solomon

Solomon Ogyem – Media Entrepreneur | Journalist | Brand Ambassador Solomon Ogyem is a dynamic Ghanaian journalist and media entrepreneur currently based in South Africa. With a solid foundation in journalism, Solomon is a graduate of the OTEC School of Journalism and Communication Studies in Ghana and Oxbridge Academy in South Africa. He began his career as a reporter at OTEC 102.9 MHz in Kumasi, where he honed his skills in news reporting, community storytelling, and radio broadcasting. His passion for storytelling and dedication to the media industry led him to establish Press MltiMedia Company in South Africa—a growing platform committed to authentic African narratives and multimedia journalism. Solomon is the founder and owner of Thepressradio.com, a news portal focused on delivering credible, timely, and engaging stories across Ghana and Africa. He also owns Press Global Tickets, a service-driven venture in the travel and logistics space, providing reliable ticketing services. He previously owned two notable websites—Ghanaweb.mobi and ShowbizAfrica.net—both of which contributed to entertainment and socio-political discussions within Ghana’s digital space. With a diverse background in media, digital journalism, and business, Solomon Ogyem is dedicated to telling impactful African stories, empowering youth through media, and building cross-continental media partnerships.

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