We generally recommend removing your hearing aids before going to bed. While it might seem convenient to leave them in overnight, hearing aids are small, delicate devices that can be damaged by pressure, moisture or movement while you sleep. Removing them each night also gives your ears a chance to breathe and allows any moisture that has built up in the devices during the day to dry out.

For most people, bedtime is also the ideal time to place rechargeable hearing aids in their charger, ensuring they’re ready for a full day of use the next morning. If you did not get your hearing aids through Resonate Health and your hearing aids use disposable batteries, removing them overnight can also help preserve battery life.

If you’re concerned about hearing important sounds while you’re asleep, such as a smoke alarm, doorbell, or phone, please speak to your Resonate Health audiologist. There is a range of assistive listening devices and alarm systems designed to help people with hearing loss stay safe at home. We’re always happy to support you and explore your options!

You may also like to read more about how hearing aids affect your sleep, or visit our Sleep & Hearing Health hub for further advice.