Are you a Mom who wants to be there to see her child's milestones? Do you want to be a positive influence on your child instead of sitting in traffic? Do you wish you could be there for reading group every Monday? You're not alone.
Millions of women around the world are asking the same question - how to make a consistent income but still be there for their child.
Working from home as a Mom can be a rewarding venture - not only because it generates income, but because you are your own boss! We aren't talking about starting a traditional bricks and mortar business (although you could if you wanted to) We're talking about simple work from home solutions to put cash in your pocket and still let you be there for your kids when they are sick.
We're going to provide you with some great innovative ideas to help you become a Work At Home Mom (WAHM).
You could start your business at home with little or no money.
Obviously having a budget to start with can help, but it's completely unnecessary for most things that you can start today.
Getting Started There are two ways to get started, and you will need to decide up-front which one is best for you.
Are you going to sell a product or a service? If you have a creative flair or you have developed a product, marketing and selling your item from home can be a great source of income.
If you feel that a service based business is more your style you can look into online writing, bookkeeping or networking.
Whichever style of home business you choose, its essential that you treat it with respect.
Have a business plan and be willing to put in work time even though you are at home.
You're a woman - multi tasking is our trademark.
Create your schedule around your work and your family and you will find your business progresses.
Where Are Your Talents? Make a list of your skills and anything else you may be good at.
Note down your strengths and your weaknesses.
(No cheating!) Have a look at your list and cross off anything which would make you uncomfortable.
For example you may be a whiz at geometry but the thought of working with numbers for someone else's accounts makes you cringe.
Cross off what you can't see yourself doing even if you are skilled.
Once you are done, you should hopefully have several options from which you can choose.
If you are still stuck for ideas here are some popular work from home options.
Budgeting Are you good at keeping your money and expenses under control while still saving?This is a valuable skill in today's world.
Many people don't have the first clue and would love an online mentor to help them plan for the future.
Your services would show others how to budget through counseling or by demonstrating to them step by step.
Taxes Are you good with taxes and certified? You can make a lot of money doing other people's taxes from your own home.
Many stay at home moms will generate an income from January to mid-April and they don't need to be concerned about working for the rest of the year.
Who else can say they work only a third of the year? Teaching or Tutoring Are you a trivia buff or an English whiz? Can you sing or play the piano? You may be able to tutor.
Children and adults all over the world are always looking for someone to help them learn a new skill and tutoring is a great way to earn extra cash from home.
Look back over your list of skills and I bet you can find something that you could tutor people in.
Make up your ad and post it in the local paper or online and you may be surprised at the response.
You can also look into options for teaching in an online environment if you have teaching qualifications.
ALWAYS TAKE THE UTMOST CARE WHEN INVITING STRANGERS INTO YOUR HOME.
BE SENSIBLE AND AWARE OF THE RISKS.
Event Planning Got an eye for detail? If you are able to create and design party themes, baby showers, naming days, bridal showers, engagements and weddings, there are people out there that are more than happy to pay for your services.
In today's busy lifestyle women who can plan a stress free event are worth their weight in gold.
This is also one of the easiest businesses to grow through word of mouth.
Writing from home There are loads of options here.
You can start your own blog or write for other people - this list is endless.
You can also work as a virtual assistant typing up documents and sending emails for someone in a virtual office.
You can transcribe documents from voice recordings or you can act as an editor for a publishing company.
Considered writing an e-book and promoting it online? The lists go on and on if you are handy with a keyboard.
Gift Baskets If you have a creative flair and a way to market your products creating gift baskets is a lovely home business idea.
Approach your local craft store or florist to see if they would be willing to sell your product.
be prepared to pay a commission to the seller.
You can also sell them online with platforms such as Amazon or eBay.
The Small Print As with any new venture always be sure to check out the legal requirements.
Make sure that you check your regulations and your legal obligations, because there is no point making money from home if you get fined.
Working from home can be rewarding, and while this list is not meant to be all inclusive, it has hopefully inspired you to look into what you could possibly achieve while working from home as a Mom and still being there for your kids.
Figure out a service or business you can do and become the Work At Home Mom that you'd like to be!