Staying at home while your children grow up is a dream for many, but for some it is simply unattainable due to the strain it puts on family finances. However, with some quality research and planning, you can find ways to earn some supplemental income without giving up time with your children.
Here are four great money making ideas for stay at home moms.
1. Do a clean-out
Online shopping has become an immensely popular way to buy and sell almost anything you can imagine. This makes it a great way to sell any stuff you have lying around that you no longer use! Sites like eBay are perfect for getting rid of clothes, appliances, tools and toys that the kids have outgrown.
You’ll be surprised how much extra money you can make by selling your unwanted items online. If you have a PayPal account with eBay, the money you earn will contribute to the balance, so you never have to use your credit card to shop online again.
2. Get crafty
From jewelry and hair accessories to handmade cards and other crafts, if you’re creative, there are countless options for selling high-end boutique items. People are increasingly looking for gifts and products that are unique, rather than mass-produced commercial items.
Whether you choose to sell at markets, school fairs or even create an online page, it can be an interesting and fun way to make money while doing something you enjoy. Let your artistic flair guide you, the possibilities are truly endless.
3. Delicious treats
If you love nothing more than the satisfaction of baking the best brownies on the block, share it with the entire community! Many local markets and produce gatherings have sections for homemade cooking stalls, as long as you follow certain health and safety procedures in your own kitchen.
From small-scale to serious production, there are plenty of opportunities for the enthusiastic chef to earn some extra income.
4. Novelty fun
Another fun way to make some extra money is by designing custom T-shirts, stickers, cards and more. Whether you prefer funny slogans, cute quotes or perhaps inspirational messages, there is no limit to what you can create.
There are many more careers you can explore while still staying at home. Hosting product parties, being a home-based telemarketer for sales companies, or even folding and distributing pamphlets can all be viable ways to make extra money while at home.
However, these are more results-oriented and can be a major cause of stress. Being your own boss and concentrating on crafts, cooking or selling your existing stuff is a nicer proposition than a purely results-oriented activity.