Being an at-home parent and making money do not always go hand in hand. One should not have to forego on one of these to accomplish the other, and luckily, these days, and with modern technology and new jobs, this is no longer the case.
Possibly you’re an at-home parent who would like to continue working (in a job that gives you some flexibility), but that task may seem a little daunting, especially as a new parent. You’ll probably think about childcare and putting yourself through the experience of going back into the office after having welcomed a new baby.
This idea is scary for many parents, and that’s entirely reasonable.
However, if you’d like to continue working, you absolutely can! And you may not even need childcare. Nowadays, you can make money from home as a parent, and it is probably not as difficult as it may sound.
There are different steps that will help you along the way, and we’ll explore them together to determine whether this is something that could benefit you and your family.
A step-by-step checklist for making money from home as a parent:
#1 What to consider and remember
Starting a new endeavor is always challenging as it takes time away from your routine, plus it might require a new skill you don’t yet have. When deciding on what to do to make money from home, you should start with a job you already feel confident in. Maybe it was part of a previous job or one of your hobbies you have loved and spent hours absorbed by. It does not have to be too easy, but you should feel like you have a pretty good idea of what most of the work will include.
Moreover, remember that whatever it is you choose to do, it allows time for your baby or children. As a way to make the best of both worlds, working on something that gives you time flexibility is key in making you feel happy and confident you’ve made the right decision.
Think about your routine and what could work with it; you may have to adapt some things, change others, but it should mostly melt into your already established schedule.
#2 What job to get as an at-home parent
You’re in luck because there are plenty of offers and options to choose from that will suit your lifestyle and preferences. Once you’ve figured out what working schedule works best for you and your family, you’ll have a better idea of what type of jobs accommodate your routine.
You could work as a tutor – Tutoring is a great option if you love to help out students with their schoolwork. The hours may vary but you could do it after school and have a few students at the same time or you could even try online tutoring and work early in the morning with students from all over the world.
Or what about becoming a storage host – Maybe you already own storage space like a garage or even a small pantry that is going unused in your home, so why not rent it to make money from it? You could pair this with another job to increase your income further.
Social media for the win – Nowadays, social media is in everyone’s homes; therefore, you could easily set up an account and share tips or knowledge you have in a specific field. You could even talk about parenting!
You could also sell products online – Whether made by yourself or items you already own, online selling can be a profitable market. It is always recommended that you create your own website too, where you could not only sell your products but also include affiliate links to increase your income.
Become a blogger – Blogging is still a viable source of incoming, and you can blog about anything you’re passionate about! This requires some time, but you can fit in writing a post whenever you want, so that’s a great plus! Furthermore, using affiliate links will also keep your website running even at the start.
It’s All About the Affiliate Marketing These Days…
What’s that all about, you ask? Here’s everything you need to know to get you started.
Contact large companies to ask whether they would be able to provide you with an affiliate link you can use on your website – any company will do. However, keep it related to your content. If you specialize in lifestyle, support brands that fit into that with anything from homeware to the best plastic-free water bottles; if you specialize in vehicles or hot shot trucking and want to advise your readers what are the best hot shot loads, then stick to your topic as well.
The idea behind affiliate marketing is that it is seamless. It fits in with your audience and products or services. Don’t be afraid to contact brands you’re interested in working with. Give it a shot, and you may be surprised with how many will actually want to work with you, even if you’re only beginning.
#3 Keep it going!
The hardest step is taken – you’ve started it! Now, it’s all about continuing to grow your business and increase your income as you get more and more comfortable tackling daily tasks while taking care of your children. It is a challenge that is not for everyone. Organizing, determination, self-discipline are all incredibly important for a job well done when working from home while being a parent.
If you feel like some days are challenging, and you don’t know how you can keep going, then take time, rest, and unwind. That’s why you started working from home! To allow yourself those days where all you can do is get out of bed and keep the kiddos alive. And hey, that is more than enough!
Once you’ve set up or started your new way to make money from home as a parent, the work that will accompany a new addition to your routine will soon be natural and will flow easily within your daily activities.
Just remember, making an income from home is great when you have some barriers set in place, making time for your kiddos while you conquer that working life as a parent.
