Details
Crafted from premium GOTS-certified organic cotton, it’s soft on delicate skin and breathable for both baby and parent. Its clever design and adjustable safety buckles make it quick and secure to use - no complicated wrapping, just click and go.
Perfect for short trips, quick ups and downs, and urban life on the go. Whether you’re chasing errands, walking to the park, or heading to school pick-up, Neko Up & Down is there to support your parenting rhythm.
- For babies and toddlers aged 6–36 months, 8-22kg.
- Certified safety buckles ensure secure fastening every time
- Lightly padded shoulder for comfortable weight distribution
- Compact and easy to fold into your bag
- Made with high-quality craftsmanship and the signature Neko attention to detail
- Tested and certified in compliance with CEN/TR 16512-2015 and ASTM F2907-22 + 16 CFR 1228 safety standards for baby carriers
Because parenting is full of up & down moments – and Neko is here to help you carry them.
Highlights
- Ideal for toddlers: Suitable from 6-36 months with a weight range of 8-22kg.
- Quick up & down support: Ideal for toddlers who want to be carried one minute and walking the next.
- Perfect for short carries: Designed for errands, school runs and on-the-go moments, not a full structured carrier.
- Organic cotton comfort: Made from GOTS-certified organic cotton that’s soft, breathable and gentle on skin.
- Fast and secure fit: Certified safety buckles allow for quick, confident fastening with no complicated wrapping.
- Compact and portable: Lightweight design folds easily into your bag when not in use.
- Trusted safety tested: Certified to European and USA baby carrier safety standards for peace of mind.
Sizing Chart
- Made for babies 6-36 months weighing 8-22kg.
Safe Positioning of a Baby in a Sling or Carrier
- Ensure the baby is in an upright position (head up) so their airways are visible and unobstructed.
- Carry the baby at a height where you can easily kiss the top of their head.
- Make sure the baby’s back is properly supported, and the carrier fabric snugly wraps around them.
- The baby’s legs should be slightly spread and supported from one knee to the other.
- If the baby cannot hold their head up independently, provide proper head support.
- For more details, please refer to the user manual.
- Neko slings and carriers are certified to comply with safety standards PD CEN/TR 16512:2015 and ASTM F2236-16a.
- Read all instructions before assembling and using the sling carrier.
- The carer should read all the instructions before using the sling carrier.
- Constantly monitor your child and ensure the mouth and nose are unobstructed.
- For pre-term, low birthweight babies and children with medical conditions, seek advice from a health professional before using this product.
- Ensure your child’s chin is not resting on its chest as its breathing may be restricted which could lead to suffocation.
- To prevent hazards from falling ensure that your child is securely positioned in the sling.
- Keep away from fire.
- Always check to ensure that all knots, buckles, snaps, straps, and adjustments are secure.
- Always check for ripped seams, torn straps or fabric, and damaged fasteners before each use.
- Ensure that the baby is safely positioned in the sling carrier according to manufacturer’s instructions for use.
- Ensure proper placement of child in product including leg placement.
- Never leave a baby in a sling carrier that is not being worn.
- Check on the baby often. Ensure that the baby is periodically repositioned.
- Baby must face towards you until he or she can hold head upright.
- Premature infants, infants with respiratory problems, and infants under 4 months are at greatest risk of suffocation.
- Never place more than one baby in the sling carrier.
- Never use/wear more than one sling carrier at a time.
- Never use a sling carrier when balance or mobility is impaired because of exercise, drowsiness, or medical conditions.
- Never use a sling carrier while engaging in activities such as cooking and cleaning which involve a heat source or exposure to chemicals.
- Never wear a sling carrier while driving or being a passenger in a motor vehicle.
- Awareness of hazards in the domestic environment e.g. heat sources, spilling of hot drinks. Only use the product for the number of children for which the product is intended.
- Your movement and the child’s movement may affect your balance.
- Take care when bending and leaning forwards or sideways.
- The sling carrier is not suitable for use during sporting activities e.g. running, cycling, swimming and skiing.
- The carer should be aware of the increased risk of your child falling out of the sling carrier as it becomes more active.
- Regular inspection of the sling carrier for any signs of wear and damage.
- Keep this sling carrier away from children when it is not in use.
- The packaging is not a toy. It may pose a risk of suffocation.
Materials
| Materials | 100% GOTS Certified Organic Cotton |
| Care | Spot clean as needed. |
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Large Furniture is shipped using a designated furniture delivery service with two person delivery to the door.
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Go to Shipping & Delivery PageHassle-free Returns for 365 Days!
We have expert staff available to help you choose the perfect item – how can we help before you purchase? However, when you do purchase something that doesn’t fit or isn’t quite right, we offer an excellent returns policy and the best possible customer service.
We also know life with babies and children is busy, so you have up to 365 days for your returns and exchanges to come back to us:
- Up to 90 days from purchase - You can return for an Exchange, Store Credit or Refund
- Up to 365 days from purchase – You can return for an Exchange or Store Credit
Returned items must be received back in perfect condition, unused and unwashed condition including the instructions and packaging. Please ensure you carefully package items so they are received back in perfect condition.
Our Returns and Exchanges page has full details, including product specific returns information and our Returns Form.
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