Hatch Sleep Clock is built to guide you through every part of your evening, from your first bedtime cue to the moment you drift off. Each feature has a clear role to play in helping your mind and body ease into rest. We broke them all down below.
Bedtime
Your Bedtime is the time you’d like to aim to get into bed and start winding down (note: you’re not expected to fall asleep immediately at this time!).
Bedtime reminder
If you’re not near your bedroom when it’s time to start winding down for the day, it can be easy to miss your Bedtime (or your Turndown service, if you have one set up). To combat this, you can set up a Bedtime reminder that sends a push notification to your phone. The default setting for Bedtime reminders is 30 minutes before your Bedtime, but you can adjust it to be shorter or longer if you’d like.
Think of your Bedtime reminder as a little nudge that lets you know it’s time to start getting ready for bed. Those 30 minutes are the perfect time for any nighttime tidying, teeth brushing, face washing, etc. before you climb into bed.
Turndown service
A turndown service is an automatic light and sound cue that lets you know that it’s time to head to bed. Think of it as a gentle cue that beckons you to begin your wind-down routine.
The name is inspired by turndown services in hotels, except this one uses vibey lights and soothing sounds to transform your bedroom rather than chocolates on your pillow (sorry to disappoint). The default setting for Turndown service is 30 minutes before your Bedtime, but you can adjust it to be shorter or longer if you’d like.
Note: This step is entirely optional, but we find that people really enjoy it. It’s a great way to set the mood for sleep.
Bedtime playlist
Your Bedtime playlist is made up of three key phases (although you can do less, if you’d like).
Phase 1: Winding down. This is a 30 to 60 minute period designed to help you transition from your day into bedtime. It might include a podcast or audiobook episode with warm amber light, a guided meditation, or an immersive sound bath + light pairing that helps calm your mind and nervous system.
Phase 2: Drifting off. This step is meant to give your mind something quiet to land on as your eyes close. It might include sleep music, a warm light that gradually dims to darkness, or both.
Phase 3: Staying asleep. This step is for when you’re actually asleep. There’s no light associated with this phase. Instead, you can choose a sound to keep on all night like pink noise, rain, or ocean waves.
How they work together
Your Bedtime, Bedtime reminder, Turndown service, and Bedtime playlist work best in a sequence, creating an easy rhythm for you to follow every night.
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You tell Hatch Sleep Clock what time you'd like to get in bed. | Your sleep pattern insights will help you understand if you are getting to bed on time and give you tips on what will help in the future. |
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You receive a gentle reminder via push notification that there’s 30 minutes (or however long you set) until your Bedtime. | Think of your Bedtime reminder as a little nudge that lets you know it’s time to start getting ready for bed. Those 30 minutes are the perfect time to put screens down, which helps reduce stimulation so melatonin can rise. |
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A custom light and sound cue lets you know that it’s time to head to bed. | Your bedroom is transformed for sleep, setting the stage for a soothing and successful bedtime. |
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Your custom sequence begins. Example below:
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Bedtime becomes something you’ll look forward to |
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Learn more about your Bedtime playlist and how to set one up in our Hatch Sleep Clock, Bedtime Plan Playlist Guide for Beginners.