My Daughter has sensory processing issues and doesn't feel "safe" in a regular bed. She loves the bright colors of neon and we keep her room darker than normal because it soothes her. If this is your kid, you understand. She has a small black light and the green bounces off the black light which she loves. The cot cradles her, which helps her sleep. The side pocket fits the mini iPad perfectly to play music at night. With this new bunk, she has needed less blankets and less stuffed animals. That is a big step up in our world. The animals also like it too, so our Daughter now sleeps on the top bunk, so the pets can sleep on the bottom. It isn't too high that I worry about her falling, but the way it cradles doesn't encourage the body to move too much at night. I believe that is why my Daughter sleeps so well. No matter what it is, I am extremely grateful. We love the Kid-O-Bunk!