9 Side Hustles for Mommies

"Embrace uncertainty. Some of the most beautiful chapters in our lives won't have a title until much later."

- Bob Goff

Top of the morning, Mommy! Another terrific Thursday has graced us with its presence. Let's ride this wave of midweek momentum with some exciting reads tailored just for you.

Today’s Mommy scoop:

  • The 2023 Mompreneur: 9 hot hustles.

  • Chore hacks: Getting your little ones onboard.

  • Sweet, healthy, banana muffin joy.

  • DIY project alert: Pool noodle pom-pom launcher.

Passion, Profit & Pajamas

9 Hustles for Mommies to Mint Money in 2023

Busy mom looking to buy a little more guilt-free online shopping time?

Buckle up for some relatable, and surprisingly profitable, side hustles.

1. Retail Therapy - Dropshipping Style

Forget shopping, how about owning your virtual shop?

Enter dropshipping, where you become the CEO of your own online store without worrying about warehouse woes.

You play matchmaker, linking the supplier and the customer, and earning from the price difference.

Predicted earnings? A cool $1,500-$2,000 monthly after expenses.

2. Grammar Police – Proofreading Services

Always catching typos on menus?

Turn that knack into a money-maker with proofreading!

Offer your grammatical genius on platforms like Fiverr, Upwork, and Freelancer, making $15 to $25 per hour.

3. Organizational Wizard – Virtual Assistant

Ever managed a 4-year-old's birthday party?

Congrats, you’re qualified to be a virtual assistant! 

Offer your administrative magic remotely and earn a tidy average salary of $59,000/year.

4. Keyboard Warrior – Blogging

Love sharing funny mom-moments?

Put them in a blog! Use your passion and expertise to attract an audience and monetize with ads, affiliate marketing, or sponsored posts.

Many bloggers make at least $1,500/month, with pros earning $10,000 or more!

5. Dotcom Dealer – Website Flipping

Think you can spruce up an underwhelming website?

Buy, beautify, and sell for profit, with an average price of $40,000 for sites making $1,000/month.

6. Knowledge Broker – Online Teaching

Use your baking talent or math wizardry to teach others online.

You can earn anywhere from $10 to $50 per hour, or make passive income from online courses.

7. Artsy Retailer – Print on Demand

Artistic mommies, meet print on demand.

Create designs, and suppliers print and ship as per orders.

With average profit margins of around 50%, you can turn your creativity into cash.

8. Screen Star – YouTube Channel

Love making cute home videos?

Start a YouTube channel, grow your subscriber base, and apply for YouTube’s Partner Program to start earning.

Top creators make over $400K per year!

9. Social Butterfly – Social Media Manager

Always up-to-date on the latest TikTok challenge?

Leverage your social media savvy as a social media manager, earning around $4,395 per month.

Takeaway: Being a stay-at-home mom has never been so potentially profitable!

Dive into these side hustles to not just flex your diverse skills but to also mint some serious moolah.

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Mom Hack

Get your kids to help with chores at an early age.

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Mom Hack

Don't worry, it's not child labor, it's a mommy-win! 

Kids often find pleasure in being a part of household activities.

One such activity could be feeding the family pet.

Helping clear their own dishes after meals, fetching items during meal prep, tidying up their toys, and learning to sort their laundry could be other tasks to include.

Yes, tasks might take a bit longer and might not be perfect, but it keeps the kids engaged and helps them learn.

A win-win situation, isn't it?

Mom’s Menu

Sugar-Free Banana Muffins for Your Little Munchkins

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Put on your baking hats and let's introduce our kiddos to the delights of healthy snacking with these super-moist, flavor-filled Sugar-Free Banana Muffins.

A bonus - there's a vegan alternative too!

Ingredients

  • 1 cup mashed ripe banana

  • 1 large egg

  • 1/4 cup melted coconut oil (slightly cooled)

  • 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)

  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

  • 1 cup whole wheat flour

  • 3/4 cup rolled oats

  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon

  • 1 teaspoon baking powder

  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

  • A pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F and grease your 24-cup mini muffin pan.

  2. Add all ingredients to a medium-sized bowl. Stir gently but thoroughly. If you see any oil streaking through the batter, mix a bit more. It should look like one consistent color.

  3. Divide the batter equally among the muffin cups in the pan.

  4. Bake for 14-16 minutes, or until a cake tester comes out clean.

  5. Let the muffins cool for a few minutes in the pan, then move them to a wire rack to cool fully.

And don't worry, there's an option for everyone!

To make them dairy-free, swap in non-dairy milk.

If you need them egg-free, just skip the egg and add a little more oil.

And for a gluten-free version, just use a gluten-free flour blend.

Oh, and a quick tip: If your baby has a hard time with bready textures, just top each bite with a little applesauce or plain yogurt.

Lastly, don't forget to store these yummy muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for 24 hours, or in the fridge for 3-5 days. They can also be frozen for up to 3 months.

And there you have it - an easy, versatile, and, most importantly, healthy muffin recipe that your entire family will love!

Daily DIY

Pool Noodle Pom-Pom Launcher

DIY Project

Ready for some high-flying fun? 

Combine a slice of pool noodle with a latex balloon, and you've got yourself a magical contraption that launches pom-poms into the sky!

Don't fret about any accidents because these soft poms are safe for kids to send soaring in all directions.

Get ready for a playful pom-pom extravaganza, and don't forget to share your sky-high adventures with us—I’d love to share!

The tutorial is here.

Mom’s Choice

This suction tool provides immediate relief from bug bites, reducing itching and swelling.

It's my favorite because it's portable and easy to use, making outdoor trips with kids less stressful.

  • Relief: Instantly soothes bug bites

  • Prevention: Discourages scratching, preventing potential skin infections

  • Portable: Small enough to carry in your purse or diaper bag

Game

Parenting Quiz

What's the world record for the most children a woman has had? (Answer below)

A. 37

B. 45

C. 69

D. 92

E. Too many to ever find the TV remote again

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Answer

C. 69 children

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