Breastfeeding is the normal way of providing young infants with the nutrients they need for healthy growth and development. Exclusive breastfeeding is recommended up to 6 months of age, with continued breastfeeding along with appropriate complementary foods up to two years of age or beyond. However, women in Cameroon and around the world are facing barriers to breastfeeding. Some of these identified barriers are:
- Lack of knowledge about breastfeeding.
- Misconception that formula is equivalent.
- Breastfeeding is not the social norm in many communities.
- Poor family and social support.
- Embarrassment about feeding in public.
- Lactation problems.
- Returning to work and accessing supportive childcare.
- Policies and practices by some health services and health care providers.
- Promotion and marketing of infant formula.
Colors of Roses Foundation listened to pregnant and breastfeeding women as they shared these similar barriers as obstacles to adhering to WHO recommendation for exclusive breastfeeding. During these years, the Colors Roses Foundation conducted extensive research to provide a solution that will overcome these barriers. Colors of Roses Foundation are glad to unveil the Colors Roses Foundation Silicone Breast Pump as one of many solutions that will give breastfeeding women the maximum means to provide the nourishment needed for their children to thrive and have their health and wellbeing transformed. The Colors of Roses Foundation is profoundly grateful to partners for their collective contributions towards the realization of this project.






