As a stay at home mom that has to pony up a pay check as well, I have had to make some adjustments this past year to make ends meet. The Business that has brought me income  for the past 5 years has finally felt the wave of recession. I had all my eggs in one basket for the most part & that meant that I was left with a big whole when the eggs broke.

Of course this recession has taught us all to save more spend less & be smart, but as moms-or for me at least. It has taught me to diversify, my efforts so that I have more than one leg to stand on if things get shaky.

I have decided to some childcare, as well as a side sewing & design biz, and some free lance writing. It is not as easy or as cut & dry, but it is working for us & due to the times  I don’t really feel I have choice but to get creative.

The more I talk to other working moms SAHM or WAFH alike are having to make big changes & finding financial security in several places at once. 

If you are looking for some extra cash try direct sales, or a start your own creative biz, part time child care can be good, or try doing some retail part time at your favorite store for the discount!

It may be a sign of the times, but the fact of the matter is that most moms these days have to work it too & I am no exception! Good luck & happy diversifying!!!!

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