At Kallisto, we love highlighting inspiring stories that resonate with our mission: to support mothers on their journey with beautiful, responsible, and practical solutions. In our latest podcast episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Jérôme, co-founder of Lileo (formerly Momly) , an innovative startup that's revolutionizing the breast pump. But this isn't just a story of entrepreneurship. It's also a tale of personal transformation, where fatherhood plays a key role.
From finance to entrepreneurship: an inspiring career change
Before co-founding Lileo with Anastasia, Jérôme worked in finance, where 14-hour days were the norm. This hectic pace left little room for his personal life until the birth of his first child. This pivotal moment changed his priorities. After becoming a father, he decided to redirect his career to better balance his professional and family life, while also addressing a concrete need: making breastfeeding easier for mothers.
The observation that led to Momly
Jérôme came up with the idea for Lileo after observing the challenges his wife faced while breastfeeding. Expressing milk, often essential to prolong breastfeeding while managing a busy daily life, is unfortunately a frustrating experience for many mothers. Between the noise of the devices, the uncomfortable positions, and the constraints of using them, traditional breast pumps seem stuck in the past.
Lileo has therefore set itself the mission of reinventing the breast pump: a more ergonomic, discreet device that adapts to the rhythm of mothers. With a modern design and cutting-edge technology, Lileo promises to be a true revolution for breastfeeding.
The role of the father in parenting and entrepreneurship
Beyond the creation of Lileo, Jérôme shares his experience as an involved father in our podcast. During lockdown, he took on the primary role of stay-at-home parent, while also immersing himself in the daily reality of breastfeeding. He explains how this period allowed him to better understand the needs of mothers and integrate parenting into his entrepreneurial project.
At Kallisto, we firmly believe that dads play an essential role after the birth of a baby. Supporting their partners in the early weeks, understanding the challenges of breastfeeding, and sharing family responsibilities are all ways dads can actively contribute to their family's well-being.
Shared values with Kallisto
Lileo and Kallisto share similar values: improving the lives of parents while remaining true to their commitments to quality and responsibility. Just as Kallisto offers eco-friendly and comfortable nursing lingerie for mothers, Lileo strives to offer a modern and respectful solution to the challenges of breastfeeding.
To learn more about Lileo: https://lileo.com/
Listen to the episode
Want to learn more about Jérôme's journey, his role as a father, and Lileo's story? Check out the full episode on our podcast!
You'll find inspiring advice on parenting, entrepreneurship, and the importance of creating products that meet the real needs of families.
Conclusion
At Kallisto, we believe every parent deserves to feel supported in their choices. Whether it's with stylish nursing lingerie or a revolutionary breast pump like Lileo, the goal remains the same: to enable moms and dads to fully experience the unique time of parenthood.
Discover our eco-friendly nursing lingerie collections and stay tuned for more inspiring episodes!