There’s a reason they call it an alarm clock. It jolts you into being every weekday morning. Give it (and yourself) a rest on the weekend.

• First, hide that clock. Silence the ringer. If it seems symbolic, stash it in a drawer under a stack of sweaters.
• Issue a privacy request (ink it on your planner). Nicely, firmly, tell the world that you’ll be waking up on body time. Lay out the cereal and bowls the night before. There--you’ve been the good provider.
• Dress for sleeping success. Choose lightweight clothes that don’t tangle or overheat you as you snooze.
• Pamper the bed. Splurge on good bedding--not too heavy, not too nubby. See our Counts Don’t Count for tips on choosing your sheets.
• Perfect pillows make a difference. Whether you’re a side sleeper, back sleeper, or a flat-on-tummy snoozer, there’s one for you. See the Pick Your Perfect Pillow to find the correct one. The feather vs. acrylic vs. fiberfill choice is totally up to you, but remember that fiberfill is best if you have allergies.