Beautiful Beginnings: How Courtney Boylan Trusted Herself to Launch Le Lolo
Starting a product-based business without manufacturing or retail experience can feel overwhelming. Courtney Boylan’s journey with Le Lolo—transforming sterile postpartum essentials into beautiful, functional accessories—demonstrates how curiosity, community, and the courage to say “I don’t know yet” can turn a big idea into a thriving brand.
Name: Courtney Boylan
Company: Le Lolo
Website: https://wearelelolo.com/
Challenge & Lesson:
“One of my biggest challenges was launching a product-based business with no prior experience in manufacturing or retail. I had the idea and the passion, but figuring out production, packaging, and distribution was overwhelming at first. I learned quickly that asking questions, building relationships with other business owners and suppliers, and not being afraid to say ‘I don’t know yet’ were key. This process taught me how to trust my instincts, stay resourceful, and problem-solve through every unknown. The biggest lesson: you don’t have to know everything to start, you just have to start.”
Courtney tapped into her network of founders and suppliers, embracing each unknown as an opportunity to learn—ultimately building a business rooted in both function and beauty.
Courtney’s story reminds us that every founder begins with uncertainty. By leaning into community wisdom, trusting her gut, and embracing the “not yet,” she created a brand that empowers new moms with style and strength. Wherever your journey leads, remember: you don’t need all the answers to take the first step.
