As someone whose high school reputation was built on sleeping through everything — from classes to interviews to jobs — I’ve since developed a no-BS attitude toward sleep. Now, approaching 30 (oh, how the years fly), I still think of myself as “the sleeper” who’s always missing things. Even though that’s no longer true, the label still lingers.

So what’s a girl to do to change her wake-up habits beyond simply growing up? For me, it started with an alarm clock. While my phone alarm worked fine, it was far too accessible. I needed to get my phone away from me at night to eliminate distractions — so I started looking into real alarm clocks. The one that stuck? The Loftie Smart Alarm Clock ($169), which I’ve owned for three years now. Not only has it helped me build better sleep habits, but it’s become a conversation piece for anyone who sees it or sleeps over. The ones who love it most? The moms. And honestly, I think it would make a great Mother’s Day gift. You can’t go wrong with the gift of sleep, right?

Since I need multiple alarms to wake up, I love that the Loftie can be set on a schedule. I never fall asleep “forgetting to set my alarm.” Instead, I have a weekday routine that wakes me up at the same time every morning, so I’m not accidentally missing work or sleeping through meetings. It also features a two-phase alarm system, which means you’re not jolted awake. Instead, you’re gently greeted by a calming sound, followed by a more traditional alarm. Goodbye, blaring alarm tone. One tap of a button, and you’re up.