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Real talk, being a mom is a whole vibe. But what's really wild? Trying to get that bread while juggling kids, laundry, and approximately 47 snack requests per day. I entered the side gig world about several years ago when I figured out that my impulse buys were getting out of hand. It was time to get cash that was actually mine. Being a VA So, my first gig was becoming a virtual assistant. And honestly? It was perfect. I could hustle while the kids slept, and the only requirement was a computer and internet. I started with easy things like organizing inboxes, managing social content, and basic admin work. Super simple stuff. I started at about fifteen to twenty bucks hourly, which felt cheap but when you don't know what you're doing yet, you gotta prove yourself first. What cracked me up? Picture this: me on a video meeting looking like a real businesswoman from the chest up—business casual vibes—while sporting pajama bottoms. Peak mom life. Selling on Etsy Once I got comfortable, I wanted to explore the selling on Etsy. Everyone and their mother seemed to be on Etsy, so I was like "why not me?" I began designing digital planners and wall art. What's great about digital products? Make it one time, and it can make money while you sleep. Actually, I've earned money at ungodly hours. When I got my first order? I literally screamed. He came running thinking something was wrong. Not even close—it was just me, celebrating my $4.99 sale. Judge me if you want. Blogging and Creating Then I got into the whole influencer thing. This hustle is a marathon not a sprint, trust me on this source this. I started a parenting blog where I shared my parenting journey—the good, the bad, and the ugly. None of that Pinterest-perfect life. Just real talk about how I once found a chicken nugget in my bra. Building traffic was painfully slow. Initially, I was essentially talking to myself. But I didn't give up, and slowly but surely, things gained momentum. At this point? I make money through promoting products, working with brands, and ad revenue. Just last month I brought in over two thousand dollars from my blog income. Wild, right? SMM Side Hustle Once I got decent at social media for my own stuff, brands started asking if I could help them. Here's the thing? Most small businesses are terrible with social media. They understand they need to be there, but they're too busy. I swoop in. I oversee social media for a handful of clients—a bakery, a boutique, and a fitness studio. I develop content, plan their posting schedule, handle community management, and check their stats. I bill between $500-1500 per month per client, depending on the scope of work. Here's what's great? I do this work from my phone. Writing for Money For those who can string sentences together, content writing is seriously profitable. Not like becoming Shakespeare—I mean blog posts, articles, website copy, product descriptions. Companies are desperate for content. My assignments have included everything from the most random topics. You just need to research, you just need to be able to learn quickly. On average bill $50-150 per article, depending on how complex it is. Certain months I'll create ten to fifteen pieces and bring in $1-2K. What's hilarious: I was the person who struggled with essays. Currently I'm making money from copyright. Talk about character development. The Online Tutoring Thing When COVID hit, everyone needed online help. With my teaching background, so this was perfect for me. I started working with several tutoring platforms. The scheduling is flexible, which is absolutely necessary when you have children who keep you guessing. My sessions are usually elementary school stuff. Rates vary from $15-25 per hour depending on where you work. The funny thing? There are times when my own kids will photobomb my lessons mid-session. I've had to educate someone's child while mine had a meltdown. My clients are totally cool about it because they're parents too. Reselling and Flipping Alright, this one I stumbled into. While organizing my kids' things and put some things on Mercari. They sold immediately. Lightbulb moment: people will buy anything. These days I visit thrift stores, garage sales, and clearance sections, on the hunt for things that will sell. I grab something for $3 and sell it for $30. Is it a lot of work? Absolutely. It's a whole process. But it's oddly satisfying about finding hidden treasures at a yard sale and making money. Additionally: the kids think it's neat when I find unique items. Recently I found a vintage toy that my son absolutely loved. Flipped it for forty-five bucks. Mom for the win. Real Talk Time Truth bomb incoming: side hustles take work. They're called hustles for a reason. Some days when I'm exhausted, wondering why I'm doing this. I'm working before sunrise hustling before the chaos starts, then all day mom-ing, then back to work after 8pm hits. But you know what? This income is mine. I'm not asking anyone to splurge on something nice. I'm adding to the family budget. I'm showing my kids that you can have it all—sort of. Advice for New Mom Hustlers For those contemplating a mom hustle, here's what I'd tell you: Begin with something manageable. Don't try to juggle ten things. Choose one hustle and get good at it before starting something else. Honor your limits. If naptime is your only free time, that's fine. Whatever time you can dedicate is a great beginning. Avoid comparing yourself to the highlight reels. Everyone you're comparing yourself to? They've been at it for years and has support. Stay in your lane. Spend money on education, but strategically. Start with free stuff first. Don't spend thousands on courses until you've tried things out. Batch tasks together. This is crucial. Use days for specific hustles. Monday could be making stuff day. Wednesday could be administrative work. Dealing with Mom Guilt I have to be real with you—the mom guilt is real. There are times when I'm on my laptop and they want to play, and I feel terrible. However I consider that I'm modeling for them what dedication looks like. I'm teaching my kids that motherhood doesn't mean giving up your identity. Additionally? Having my own income has been good for me. I'm happier, which helps me be better. Let's Talk Money How much do I earn? Most months, total from all sources, I bring in $3,000-5,000 per month. It varies, some are tougher. Is this millionaire money? No. But this money covers so many things we needed that would've caused financial strain. Plus it's building my skills and skills that could evolve into something huge. Final Thoughts At the end of the day, hustling as a mom is challenging. You won't find a perfect balance. Many days I'm flying by the seat of my pants, running on coffee and determination, and crossing my fingers. But I don't regret it. Each penny made is proof that I can do hard things. It demonstrates that I have identity beyond motherhood. So if you're considering starting a side hustle? Do it. Don't wait for perfect. Your tomorrow self will be so glad you did. Always remember: You're more than getting by—you're building something. Even if there's probably mysterious crumbs on your keyboard. For real. This is incredible, chaos and all.