Grounding Before Bed: What You Should Know

Bedroom at night lit by a bedside lamp

The last hour before sleep is when many people slow down: reading, stretching, or putting the phone away. It's also a simple time to add grounding, because you're already in one place.

Two ways to ground at bedtime

  • On the bed: a half sheet or fitted sheet keeps you connected while you read and then while you sleep.
  • Before bed: rest your bare feet on a grounding mat while you read or wind down on the sofa.

Make it a habit

  1. Leave the cord plugged in, so there's nothing to set up each night.
  2. Make sure bare skin touches the sheet: legs, feet, or arms.
  3. Pair it with something you already do, like reading a few pages.

Things to keep in mind

  • Use a properly grounded outlet, and test it with an outlet tester.
  • Disconnect during thunderstorms.
  • If you have a medical condition or an implanted medical device, ask your doctor before you start.

Everyone is different. Give it a few weeks and notice how it fits into your evenings.