Fabulous ottoman - baby friendly. I read reviews that the top is firm, which is perfect for us as we use it as our coffee table. You can easily put a placement and eat off here. We bought the Lipper Acacia reversible trays (elsewhere cheaper) and they work perfectly, including fitting right over the ottoman with the handles turned down (fitting longways facing you). Would highly recommend them if you want a harder surface to eat off of.  The height is taller than other ottomans and wider which was perfect as a coffee table. The storage inside is great although we haven't used it yet.  8 month old baby can pull to stand easily using it. The brown micro fibre is not super soft which is good so it's shorter and doesn't leave marks.  Highly recommend this one!