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Let me spill, motherhood is no joke. But plot twist? Working to hustle for money while handling toddlers and their chaos. This whole thing started for me about three years ago when I figured out that my retail therapy sessions were getting out of hand. I was desperate for funds I didn't have to justify spending. The Virtual Assistant Life Right so, my initial venture was doing VA work. And not gonna lie? It was perfect. I could grind during those precious quiet hours, and all I needed was a computer and internet. Initially I was doing simple tasks like organizing inboxes, doing social media scheduling, and basic admin work. Not rocket science. I started at about $20/hour, which felt cheap but for someone with zero experience, you gotta prove yourself first. Here's what was wild? I would be on a client call looking completely put together from the waist up—full professional mode—while sporting sweatpants. Peak mom life. Selling on Etsy Once I got comfortable, I decided to try the Etsy world. Every mom I knew seemed to sell stuff on Etsy, so I was like "why not get in on this?" My shop focused on crafting digital planners and wall art. What's great about digital products? Design it once, and it can keep selling indefinitely. For real, I've earned money at midnight when I'm unconscious. That initial sale? I actually yelled. My partner was like the house was on fire. Nope—I was just, cheering about my first five bucks. I'm not embarrassed. Content Creator Life Then I ventured into writing and making content. This hustle is a marathon not a sprint, trust me on this. I began a parenting blog where I posted about my parenting journey—all of it, no filter. None of that Pinterest-perfect life. Just authentic experiences about the time my kid decorated the walls with Nutella. Growing an audience was a test of patience. For months, it was basically my only readers were my mom and two bots. But I persisted, and eventually, things gained momentum. At this point? I earn income through affiliate links, sponsored posts, and display ads. Recently I brought in over two grand from my blog income. Wild, right? SMM Side Hustle As I mastered running my own socials, brands started inquiring if I could help them. Truth bomb? Many companies are terrible with social media. They realize they need to be there, but they're clueless about the algorithm. Enter: me. I now manage social media for several small companies—different types of businesses. I plan their content, schedule posts, handle community management, and monitor performance. I bill between $500-1500 per month per business, depending on what they need. What I love? I can do most of it from my iPhone. The Freelance Writing Hustle If you can write, content writing is seriously profitable. This isn't writing the next Great American Novel—this is commercial writing. Companies are desperate for content. My assignments have included everything from subjects I knew nothing about before Googling. You don't need to be an expert, you just need to know how to Google effectively. Usually charge between fifty and two hundred per article, depending on how complex it is. When I'm hustling hard I'll crank out 10-15 articles and make one to two thousand extra. Plot twist: I was the person who hated writing papers. These days I'm earning a living writing. The irony. The Online Tutoring Thing After lockdown started, everyone needed online help. I was a teacher before kids, so this was an obvious choice. I signed up with various tutoring services. You make your own schedule, which is absolutely necessary when you have unpredictable little ones. I mainly help with basic subjects. Rates vary from fifteen to thirty bucks per hour depending on which site you use. The awkward part? There are times when my children will burst into the room mid-session. There was a time I maintain composure during complete chaos in the background. Other parents are totally cool about it because they understand mom life. Reselling and Flipping So, this hustle I stumbled into. I was decluttering my kids' room and put some things on Facebook Marketplace. Items moved within hours. I had an epiphany: people will buy anything. These days I shop at anywhere with deals, searching for quality items. I purchase something for cheap and resell at a markup. Is it a lot of work? Yes. It's a whole process. But it's oddly satisfying about discovering a diamond in the rough at a garage sale and turning a profit. Also: my kids think I'm cool when I find unique items. Just last week I discovered a retro toy that my son lost his mind over. Made $45 on it. Mom win. The Truth About Side Hustles Real talk moment: these aren't get-rich-quick schemes. It's called hustling because you're hustling. There are moments when I'm completely drained, wondering why I'm doing this. I'm grinding at dawn getting stuff done while it's quiet, then all day mom-ing, then working again after the kids are asleep. But here's what matters? That money is MINE. I can spend it guilt-free to treat myself. I'm helping with my family's finances. I'm showing my kids that you can be both. Advice for New Mom Hustlers If you want to start a side gig, this is what I've learned: Begin with something manageable. Don't try to start five businesses. Choose one hustle and nail it down before taking on more. Honor your limits. If you only have evenings, that's fine. A couple of productive hours is more than enough to start. Comparison is the thief of joy to Instagram moms. That mom with the six-figure side hustle? She probably started years ago and has support. Do your thing. Learn and grow, but strategically. There are tons of free resources. Don't spend thousands on courses until you've validated your idea. Do similar tasks together. This is crucial. Block off specific days for specific tasks. Make Monday writing day. Wednesday might be administrative work. The Mom Guilt is Real I have to be real with you—mom guilt is a thing. Sometimes when I'm working and my kid wants attention, and I struggle with it. But I remind myself that I'm teaching them work ethic. I'm proving to them that moms can have businesses. Also? Earning independently has been good for me. I'm more content, which makes me a better parent. Let's Talk Money So what do I actually make? Most months, total from all sources, I make three to five thousand monthly. Certain months are higher, it fluctuates. Is this getting-rich money? Not exactly. But I've used it for so many things we needed that would've caused financial strain. And it's developing my career and expertise that could grow into more. Wrapping This Up At the end of the day, hustling as a mom isn't easy. It's not a perfect balance. Most days I'm winging it, fueled by espresso and stubbornness, and hoping for the best. But I wouldn't change it. Every dollar earned is validation of my effort. It's evidence that I'm not just someone's mother. If you're thinking about diving into this? Take the leap. Start messy. Your tomorrow self will appreciate it. Don't forget: You aren't only getting by—you're building something. Even when there's likely mysterious crumbs stuck to your laptop. For real. It's where it's at, mess included.