These are top 7 home-based businesses stay-at-home moms may launch

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Being a stay-at-home parent is one of the most difficult, but most rewarding jobs in the world. More often than not, mothers or fathers who leave their job to take care of their kids don’t have any time for engaging in business or other work-related undertakings. However, when it gets quite difficult to live off of one income or when you start feeling a bit useless or trapped in your own house, finding a business activity that’s possible to carry out along with the child care is the solution you need.

So, if you’re an aspired stay-at-home mom who wants to start her own business while spending as much time with her kids as possible, these lucrative home-based business ideas are for you. Don’t hesitate to launch and strive.

7 epic, but realistic business ideas for stay-at-home moms

1.       Making gift baskets

If you’re the kind of person who’s always creative with gifts and knows how to surprise people on special occasions, you’ll be quite successful in this business. The market is enormous: from beauty boxes, baby shower gift baskets and Mother’s Day presents to spa kits and gift boxes for men. Choose the kinds of products you know the most about, think about what certain categories of people would like to receive, come up with baskets to suit different budgets and go ahead.

2.       Pet sitting and dog walking

People love pets, but they need some help to take proper care of their animals while they travel or work long hours at the office. That’s why pet sitting and walking services enjoy increasing popularity among the pet owners. This reasons would be suitable for stay-at-home parents for a number of reasons. First of all, you may pick up as many orders as you can. Secondly, you get to spend a lot of time outside, which is good for you and for your kids. Additionally, it’s not too difficult to find clients – your neighbors, friends and family members will most likely be glad to entrust the well-being of their pets to the person they know. Lastly, most of them won’t mind if you take your kids ‘to work’ with you.

3.       Sewing business

If you’re a crafty stay-at-home parent who knows how to operate a sewing machine and has one at home, this is a perfect business for you. People love custom curtains, baby clothes, stuffed animals, blankets, bed linen and other unique home décor items that don’t cost too much. Flexibility is the most attractive feature of this business idea, and if you’re passionate about making handmade things or sewing, it won’t even feel like work. It will feel just like a hobby. You’ll be able to make them as much and as often as you can, promote your business on social media, sell your extra special pieces on Etsy or Instagram and contribute to the family budget. As soon as you expand your client base, reach a certain number of orders, you’ll grow your business into something more serious and profit-making.

4.       Freelance writing

Just as any business, this assignment is not for everyone. But if you’ve always been a passionate writer, being on a child care leave is the perfect time to attempt turning your hobby into a money-making activity. It won’t take you too long to learn how to do it professionally and write/copy write different articles, guest posts and SEO texts for online resources.

5.       Venue decorator or event planner

Even the smallest town has plenty events and special occasions happening throughout the year. If you have excellent organization skills and a great sense of style, you may attempt earning money as an event planner or a venue decorator. Help other people organize birthday parties for their kids, decorate wedding receptions, arrange local celebrations and have constant fun while making a profit.

6.       Child care

As you’re already chasing your little ones around your house, why won’t you consider adding a couple of other kids into the team and make a business out of caring for them? Your kids will have friends to play with, and your family will have an extra source of income. Obviously, this business idea is a bit more complicated than the previous ones, as if you decide to start a home-based daycare, you’ll have to obtain official permits and licenses to operate legally.

7.      Hair and nail services

If you’re a certified manicurist or hairdresser, having children shouldn’t stop you from continuing your business activities. Arrange your own home office and provide excellent beauty services to local clients, who appreciate the informal atmosphere and personal approach.