We\'ve talked off and on about getting one for DD.

Pros: more floor space, better use of space in general in smallish room

Cons: hard to get in bed and snuggle, read, tuck in at night or whenever  

Any opinions - anyone else have one, had one?

All I can say is blugh.


Many of the beds in my school\'s dorms are lofted and I really don\'t like it. Sure there\'s more space for storage, but the height really does stink. Sometimes when you want to just roll out of bed, you half roll/ half fall out of bed or you have to concentrate on climbing down when you\'re more asleep than awake. The loft beds where you can actually put desks under can make you feel a little claustrophobic, too.


I definitely wouldn\'t suggest it. The last one I had, was one where you can just adjust the height to put boxes or trunks under. I don\'t remember if you said how old your daughter is, but if she\'s pretty young or short and you consider those kind, it\'s going to present a problem. I can tell you, falling out of them is absolutely horrible. Maybe you could get one of those beds that have drawers under them (I think they\'re called trundles?) or invest in some great shelving and storage options. Maybe a great closet organizer.

Well, I hope that helps!

Take care!

It reminded me of my roommate in school - we both had loft beds and she fell out while trying to get down in the middle of the night and has had severe back problems every since.

But on the other hand there are a lot of alternatives that kids would enjoy - I\'ve seen slides instead of stairs...