Anyone who has ever experienced the art of trying to make money while being a stay at home mom – and maybe that’s you! – has felt the stress of trying to do two things of great magnitude at the same exact time. Circus jugglers and magicians have nothing on stay at home moms and money juggling. Taking care of kids and finding the time to dedicate to making money is no easy walk in the park. The pressure is real! You want to be there for your kids today and still be able to provide for them tomorrow. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, you are not alone! 

Stay at Home Moms and Money: Making Money 

Just like fruit snacks and bathtime routines, money is an important subject in our daily lives. As a busy mamma, I can relate to this quote, “The days are long but the years are short.”  When my son was three I would do just about anything to lure him into an afternoon nap.  And, that 4:00 p.m. glass of wine couldn’t come fast enough.  My oldest is now 14 years old, and I would give anything to hang out with him when he was three again.   

Money-wise, the reality is that this precious time as the primary caregiver for growing children does not last that long. The balance between making money and watching our children grow is a challenge, but it is not impossible. We are living in a time of advanced technology and worldwide internet access. Remote work is more available now than it ever was before. As stay at home moms, it is easier to find opportunities that will fit our daily lives with remote work. Remote work opportunities might look like virtual assistant work, data entry, network marketing, graphic design or social media management, bookkeeping, blogging, etc. Reflect on what you like to do and what you are good at doing. Reflect on your priorities and your time commitment, which can shift as a stay-at-home mom.  

Here are a few more fabulous ways to make money if you’re not sure where to start:

• Resell. If you’ve got a good eye for what people love, and you happen to have stuff to sell or enjoy shopping for a good deal, you can sell your curated items in online marketplaces. Think Poshmark, Etsy, Ebay, and third party sellers. 
• Utilize your crafty skills. If you’ve got a knack, there’s a market for it. Lean in and earn from it! Remember to charge enough to keep the return on investment high. There is a niche (and a buyer) in every corner of the internet.  No joke, I have a friend with two kids (check her out at Hot Mesh Mom) who started this and over time, loved it so much she retired from her day job – and so did her husband!  One step at a time… but if you love crafts, it can be a great side gig.
• Freelance and gig work. Think about graphic design, copywriting, SEO, social media marketing, and similar work. These skills are highly valuable. Choose something you like, and be sure to keep up with the latest trends by continuing education as you gain experience. Fiverr.com is a great place to look at how other people are creating.  
• Passive income with safe investments. Making your money make more money for you while you do other things is one of the most strategic ways to build wealth! But it takes a little planning and education, so you fully understand what you’re doing. I’ve got a high-yield savings account that’s earning me 1.1% per month.  It’s better than nothing, and I love seeing it grow!

Keeping your professional skills sharp during your time as a stay-at-home mom can pay off in other ways, too. It’s no secret that women who leave the workforce to care for their children experience a drop not only in income but also in career advancement. But it doesn’t have to be that way! Take your time as a stay at home parent to hone your skills or change career paths – but the key is to keep moving forward for yourself. 

Stay at home moms make a difference with money 

Keeping an open mind can go such a long way towards your success. Success looks different for everyone! So many women that I work with have found their passion (and their new source of money) right in the thick of this time at home with the kids. It’s a special time, and one that can become the launch pad for the rest of your life. There are growth opportunities everywhere!

If you’re a stay at home mom or you’re planning to become one, know that making money at the same time isn’t an impossible task. It can feel so challenging when it feels like there’s never enough time, especially as busy modern moms. However, you don’t have to lose your career momentum or opportunities to build future wealth. And the best part? You don’t have to do it alone. If you’re looking for a supportive group of women to help you take confident steps in your financial journey, join mine. If you need help getting your $hit together in a way that works for YOU, sign up for my next GIT Elevated Money Course today!