Being a full-time mom doesn't mean you cannot grow personally. The role of a full-time mom is one that comes with a lot of responsibilities, but that should not stop you from pursuing what you want. In fact, the happiest moms are the ones who still fulfill their personal dreams while taking good care of the kids at home.
There are actually a lot of things that you can do from home, especially with the internet on your side. Countless moms have achieved great things while staying close and spending a lot of time with their children. You can too, and these cool things you can do while taking care of your children at home are the ones to choose from if you are just getting started.
Go Back to School
One of the best things you can do as a full-time mom right now is returning to school, especially if you leave a career to be with the children. You can spend the time pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree, giving you the ability to return to your old career when the kids are old enough. The extra degree in your resume makes for a substantial career boost too.
Online degrees are easy to find regardless of the field you are in. If you want to study to become a nurse or pursue a higher career in healthcare, for instance, Baylor University's accelerated BSN program is the best one available right now.
Before you go back to school, however, there are a few things you need to know.
Online courses still require you to complete assignments and pass exams
There are requirements to meet before you can enroll in a course too
Make sure you can allocate at least an hour every day for studying
Get a dedicated laptop and make sure you have a capable internet connectivity
If possible, create a space for studying
Start a Business
Another thing you can do from home - and online - is starting a business. Thanks to e-commerce platforms offering online commerce as a service, you don't need to jump through hoops to create your own online store. You don't even have to know how to code; everything is handled by a content management system.
The real challenge is finding (or making) products to sell, but you can start with simpler ideas such as crafts that you can make from home or products that can be drop-shipped to customers. Simpler products allow you to focus on more important tasks such as attracting traffic and converting viewers into paying customers.
Gaining traction is perhaps the most difficult thing, but these tips and tricks will help you.
Invest in ads to boost your e-commerce site's traction. Ads are more affordable than you think. $20 in Facebook Ads can bring in a lot of potential customers.
Engage potential customers directly. Use social media to interact with users who are in your target market segment.
Immediately set up a newsletter and get visitors to subscribe. Building a mailing list is a great way to build an audience base.
Provide awesome customer support. Happy customers will promote your business to more potential customers, which means you will continue to gain traction this way.
Get Into DIY
DIY projects are the next thing to try. There is an endless supply of DIY projects to try, plus they are now very easy to tackle thanks to tutorials, videos, and other resources available online. You don't even have to worry about buying materials or tools because the tutorials will link to online outlets like Amazon.
DIY projects are great for keeping you productive. They are also perfect for when you want to get into something new and expand your skillset. For instance, you can learn about woodworking and start making furniture for different parts of the house - including a small table set for your kids - with the help of the right tutorials.
DIY projects that help you improve your house and fix things around the property are particularly interesting to get into. Before you decide to turn a home improvement project into a DIY project for yourself, make sure you complete these steps.
Check if you have the right tools, materials, and expertise to complete the project. If you are not sure that you have everything that is needed, it is better to postpone the project until you do. Having to stop the project midway because you are waiting for tools or materials isn't always possible.
Check your schedule and allocate enough time for the project. Don't fall into the trap of keeping the project on hold because you don't have enough time to do it. Weekends are usually the best time for DIY projects, especially if you can get your partner to watch over the kids.
Check if you understand exactly what needs to be done. Go through the step by step tutorial or video at least twice before moving forward with the project. You can still follow the tutorial as you go along but knowing the entire DIY project and how to complete it will help you be more efficient.
Create Content
Last but certainly not least, turn your everyday experience as a full-time mom as online content. There is a huge demand for motherhood and children-related content, so there is no reason why you cannot enter this genre and start producing (and posting) content of your own. All you need is a smartphone (and its camera) and you are all set.
Becoming successful through social media or online content requires only consistency and patience. As long as you keep sharing your everyday experience and you add value to the content you share, you will have a strong audience base and you will be able to monetize your social media channels sooner than you think.
So, which of these cool things do you want to try? Regardless of the activities you try, you can remain productive and grow personally as a full-time mom, all while spending a lot of time with the kids.
