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Wake Up to a "Perfect Day" With Restore's New Alarm

Hatch Content Team

May 27, 20264 minutes

Key Takeaways:

  • How you wake up, not just when, can affect your energy levels and mood.
  • Waking to upbeat music instead of a traditional alarm sound can help you start your morning on a positive, energized note.
  • Get out of bed ready to take on the day with the new “Perfect Day” alarm on Hatch Restore.

The perfect day starts the night before with Hatch Restore — especially when you can set an alarm you actually want to wake up to. Instead of a jarring phone alarm (so last season!), you can start the day with sparkly, pink-powered vibes that leave you feeling like the main character. (Sequin bikini top and furry coat totally optional.)

Available now on Hatch Restore, the brand new “Perfect Day” alarm taps into upbeat, 2000s nostalgia, so you can wake up grounded, energized, and ready to take on anything the day has in store.

Table of Contents

  1. Why a Feel-Good Alarm Can Change Your Entire Morning
  2. Introducing the “Perfect Day” Alarm on Restore
  3. FAQs
  4. References

Why a Feel-Good Alarm Can Change Your Entire Morning

When you wake up can definitely impact how your day goes. But have you ever noticed *how* you wake up makes just as big of a difference? Case in point: You’re in deep sleep when a jarring iPhone alarm jolts you awake. Your heart’s racing, but you manage to snooze three times. The whole morning feels rushed, and you end up feeling groggy and lowkey irritable.

Tragic mornings? We object. If you want to wake up feeling relaxed and rested instead of frazzled and sleepy, try swapping your harsh alarm sound for a gentler wake-up call. Getting out of bed to a sound you actually enjoy can help you feel more physically and emotionally regulated. While happy pop music can infuse your morning with much-needed positivity and energy, a familiar or nostalgic sound can create a grounding vibe — leaving you feeling balanced and prepared for whatever comes next. (Even starting law school on a whim).

Introducing the “Perfect Day” Alarm on Restore

Waking up full of energy never goes out of style. Restore’s newest, limited-edition alarm sound, “Perfect Day” by 2000s pop icon Hoku, is the morning mood boost you didn’t know you needed — and it’s available now, but only for the summer.

For a major dopamine boost, pair the alarm sound with the Legally Pink light. Instead of waking up suddenly to an annoying alarm, you’ll ease into the morning with a gradual magenta sunrise alarm and a track that belongs on every 2000s-era playlist. Disclaimer: The “Perfect Day” alarm may cause immaculate vibes, main character energy, and a movie-level montage. What, like it’s hard?

Learn how Hatch Restore can help you get better sleep and wake up rested.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can your alarm sound affect your mood in the morning?

Yes. The first sounds you hear in the morning can impact how you feel when you wake up. A harsh alarm may trigger stress or grogginess, while a more uplifting or nostalgic sound can help mornings feel calmer, lighter, and more motivating.

Why do some alarm sounds make waking up feel harder?

Loud, sudden alarm sounds can activate your body’s stress response, especially if you’re waking up from deep sleep. That abrupt transition — called sleep inertia — may leave you feeling groggy, disoriented, or irritated first thing in the morning.

Is waking up to music better than waking up to a standard alarm?

For many people, yes. Music-based alarms often feel less abrupt than traditional alarm tones, especially when paired with gradual light or increasing volume. Choosing music you genuinely enjoy may also make it easier to get out of bed consistently.

References

  1. McFarlane, S. J., Garcia, J. E., Verhagen, D. S., & Dyer, A. G. (2020). Alarm tones, music and their elements: Analysis of reported waking sounds to counteract sleep inertia. PloS one, 15(1), e0215788. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0215788
  2. Lee, T., Moon, S. E., Baek, J., Lee, J. S., & Kim, S. (2019). Music for sleep and wake-up: An empirical study. IEEE Access, 7, 145816-145828. https://doi.org/10.1109/ACCESS.2019.2945404
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