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Let me tell you, motherhood is literally insane. But you know what's even crazier? Attempting to make some extra cash while handling toddlers and their chaos. This whole thing started for me about several years ago when I had the epiphany that my random shopping trips were becoming problematic. It was time to get my own money. Being a VA Here's what happened, I started out was jumping into virtual assistance. And not gonna lie? It was ideal. I was able to grind during those precious quiet hours, and all I needed was my trusty MacBook and a prayer. My first tasks were easy things like organizing inboxes, posting on social media, and basic admin work. Not rocket science. My rate was about $15-20 per hour, which seemed low but as a total beginner, you gotta prove yourself first. Honestly the most hilarious thing? I'd be on a Zoom call looking like a real businesswoman from the shoulders up—blazer, makeup, the works—while rocking pajama bottoms. That's the dream honestly. The Etsy Shop Adventure About twelve months in, I ventured into the handmade marketplace scene. All my mom friends seemed to be on Etsy, so I was like "why not join the party?" I started making digital planners and home decor prints. The thing about selling digital stuff? One and done creation, and it can sell forever. Actually, I've earned money at midnight when I'm unconscious. When I got my first order? I freaked out completely. My husband thought I'd injured myself. But no—I was just, doing a happy dance for my glorious $4.99. Don't judge me. The Content Creation Grind After that I got into writing and making content. This hustle is a marathon not a sprint, trust me on this. I launched a blog about motherhood where I shared my parenting journey—all of it, no filter. Keeping it real. Just authentic experiences about how I once found a chicken nugget in my bra. Getting readers was slow. At the beginning, I was essentially talking to myself. But I persisted, and slowly but surely, things began working. Now? I earn income through affiliate links, sponsored posts, and ad revenue. This past month I made over $2K from my website. Insane, right? SMM Side Hustle When I became good with social media for my own stuff, brands started reaching out if I could run their social media. Here's the thing? Most small businesses suck at social media. They understand they have to be on it, but they're too busy. That's where I come in. I oversee social media for three local businesses—different types of businesses. I create content, plan their posting schedule, engage with followers, and track analytics. I charge between five hundred to fifteen hundred monthly per business, depending on the complexity. Best part? I can do most of it from my phone. The Freelance Writing Hustle For those who can string sentences together, content writing is seriously profitable. Not like becoming Shakespeare—this is content writing for businesses. Brands and websites are desperate for content. I've created content about everything from the most random topics. Being an expert isn't required, you just need to be good at research. On average earn fifty to one hundred fifty bucks per piece, depending on the topic and length. On good months I'll create 10-15 articles and pull in $1-2K. Here's what's wild: Back in school I struggled with essays. And now I'm a professional writer. Life is weird. The Online Tutoring Thing During the pandemic, virtual tutoring became huge. As a former educator, so this was perfect for me. I signed up with several tutoring platforms. It's super flexible, which is non-negotiable when you have kids with unpredictable schedules. I mostly tutor elementary school stuff. You can make from fifteen to twenty-five hourly depending on where you work. The funny thing? There are times when my kids will interrupt mid-session. I've had to teach fractions while my toddler screamed about the wrong color cup. Other parents are incredibly understanding because they're parents too. The Reselling Game Here me out, this particular venture I stumbled into. I was decluttering my kids' room and put some things on various apps. Stuff sold out immediately. I suddenly understood: you can sell literally anything. Currently I shop at estate sales and thrift shops, looking for name brands. I purchase something for $3 and sell it for $30. This takes effort? Absolutely. You're constantly listing and shipping. But it's strangely fulfilling about spotting valuable items at a yard sale and turning a profit. Additionally: my children are fascinated when I find unique items. Just last week I scored a retro toy that my son absolutely loved. Flipped it for forty-five bucks. Mom win. The Truth About Side Hustles Here's the thing nobody tells you: side hustles take work. It's called hustling because you're hustling. There are moments when I'm surviving on caffeine and spite, questioning my life choices. I'm up at 5am hustling before the chaos starts, then being a full-time parent, then back at it after the kids are asleep. But this is what's real? That money is MINE. I don't have to ask permission to buy the fancy coffee. I'm supporting the family budget. I'm showing my kids that you can have it all—sort of. What I Wish I Knew If you're thinking about a side gig, here are my tips: Don't go all in immediately. Avoid trying to start five businesses. Focus on one and become proficient before adding more. Work with your schedule. Your available hours, that's okay. A couple of productive hours is valuable. Comparison is the thief of joy to the highlight reels. Everyone you're comparing yourself to? She's been grinding forever and has help. Do your thing. Invest in yourself, but carefully. You don't need expensive courses. Be careful about spending $5,000 on a coaching program until you've tried things out. Batch your work. This is crucial. Set aside time blocks for different things. Use Monday for content creation day. Use Wednesday for handling business stuff. The Mom Guilt is Real I have to be real with you—guilt is part of this. Sometimes when I'm focused on work while my kids need me, and I hate it. But then I remind myself that I'm modeling for them that hard work matters. I'm showing my daughter that you can be both. Also? Earning independently has improved my mental health. I'm happier, which translates to better parenting. Income Reality Check So what do I actually make? Generally, between all my hustles, I pull in $3K-5K. It varies, others are slower. Will this make you wealthy? No. But I've used it for family trips and unexpected expenses that would've been impossible otherwise. And it's creating opportunities and knowledge that could turn into something bigger. Final Thoughts Here's the bottom line, doing this mom hustle thing isn't easy. There's no one-size-fits-all approach. A lot of days I'm flying by the seat of my pants, fueled by espresso and stubbornness, and praying it all works out. But I don't regret it. Each dollar earned is a testament to my hustle. It demonstrates that I'm more than just mom. If you're on the fence about starting a side hustle? Do it. Start messy. Future you will be so glad you did. Don't forget: You're not just getting by—you're creating something amazing. Even if there's probably old cheerios in your workspace. Not even kidding. This mom hustle life is the life, despite the chaos.