Getting Started (21)
So you want to be a work-at-home mom? Getting started -- whether it's launching your own home-based business or setting yourself up as telecommuter -- takes planning and perseverance. Learn where to find work and tips on child care and home office setup.
Running a Home Business (30)
Learn the ins and outs of starting your own home-based business. Develop a business plan for your venture whether youre freelancing or consulting in your area of expertise or launching a new Internet-based business.
Telecommuting (14)
What does it take to be a telecommuter, beyond finding a telecommuting job? Actually, most successful, full-time telecommuters start by turning their office jobs into work-from-home positions. But particularly when there are children in the home, employer, telecommuter and family need to set clear ground rules right from the start.
Home Office Basics (16)
While an office for a work-at-home mom could be a laptop on the kitchen table, most WAHMs require more structure and privacy than that. Figure out what kind of office you need to set the stage for a successful work-from-home career.
Balancing Work & Family (75)
When youre working from home, youre actually working, right? So being a work-at-home mom can require an even better sense balance between work and family. Learn how to turn off work at the end of the day and how to set boundaries so you can get some work done in the first place.
Family Issues (10)
All families face various issues and concerns as kids pass through different ages and stages. Work-at-home families are not immune, but some of the challenges they face are unique.
Work-at-Home Jobs (227)
Some jobs, businesses and companies are better suited to the home office. Explore some of the home-base job opportunities for work-at-home moms.
Time Management (22)
All moms, whether stay-at-home or work-outside-the-home, need good time management skills as families schedules become ever more complicated. But work-at-home moms have special challenges for managing their time as home and work can meld together.
Managing Your Home (37)
Seems like your home should be extraordinarily organized given that youre at home most of the day. If only it worked that way! The fact that you (and the kids!) are home all day can do in even the best organization system. Get tips here for keeping home and work life in order.
Child Care (25)
Working at home does not necessarily mean you dont need child care. Most work-at-home moms need to employ some child care help. But figuring out how much and what works best for your family, your career and your finances can be tough issues to tackle.
Finances (45)
While the advantages of working from home are many, one drawback is that it makes your finances more complex. For the self-employed, taxes, health insurance, business deductions and cash flow are just a few of the added financial issues. However, even telecommuters have special financial concerns. Look here for tips on managing both your personal and business finances.
Kids' Activities (75)
The whole point of working from home is to spend more time with your family. So have some fun! Find enjoyable pursuits for the whole family plus independent activities for kids while you're working.
Work-at-Home Scams (12)
Working at home is such an appealing idea that an unscrupulous few have come up with an endless number of schemes to swindle those who just want to spend more time with their families. Learn to spot the scams.
Holidays (101)
Tips and shopping guides to help work-at-home moms navigate the holidays. This includes Christmas, Hanukkah, Thanksgiving, Halloween, Mother's Day, Father's Day and more.