Sometimes side hustles aren’t about making extra money; sometimes it is about feeling like you aren’t ‘just a mom’ (although you’re never that!).

It is about pursuing passions, getting creative, and putting any precious spare time you do have to good use. 

Some side hustles involve a lot of time, effort, and cash – and that can present a bunch of problems. 

However, there are some side hustles that offer just the right balance. You’ll need to decide how you want to spend your spare time and if a side hustle is for you. 

Photography

If you have school-age children, this one can be easier – since you’ll need to head out the house to do it. If you already love Instagram and have a passion for photography, then you might just thrive when it comes to this side hustle. 

What makes photography exciting is that it isn’t always about the camera you have, but how you edit and your style. 

Writing

Freelance writing can be one of the best side hustles for those who want to be creative, have something they can write on – like a laptop or a tablet with a keyboard, and need to work around the family. Since the work is typically deadline-driven, you can plan your time to make sure you can meet deadlines around all of your other responsibilities. 

Another reason that freelance writing is a great option is that you can pick and choose your work, and they don’t usually require much in the way of calls and other contact. 

Online store

If you have a flair for writing eBooks, creating printables, or other products, opening a simple (and successful) online store; you can even launch Woo on amazon to help maximize the number of sales you can get. 

If you stick to selling products that you make once and then can leave to sell – with some light marketing, then you have created passive income streams. 

There are many different ways to create passive income streams, which can be very beneficial for those who don’t have a lot of time. 

VA

If you are more organized than anyone you know or find it easy to organize others, then a virtual assistant role might be perfect. You’ll need to commit a certain amount of hours to your client, but you can complete most work when you have the time to do it. 

Often you’ll be editing, managing emails, compiling information, and other admin tasks. 

Blogging

Creating content that you like when you have time and turning it into income might seem like a long shot. But many parents are doing just that. A mix of sponsored posts, guest posting, collaborations with brands, advertising, and product placements can build up a nice monthly income that might surpass the side-hustle and go into a full-time income. 

A side hustle can be the perfect way for you to create something for yourself outside of normal daily family obligations – and it can boost your income too! Along with some of the other great tips in this post: Financial Tip Friday – How to save for your summer vacation. – Newsymom, you can create a fund for your much-needed vacation!

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