Some want 40 hours a week and childcare. Others pay you in discount codes and stress. So I pulled together the ones that actually work. The ones that fit around the school run the snack schedule and the real life mum chaos.
1. Virtual Assistant Work
Be someone’s behind the scenes hero. Emails calendars customer service. Fully remote. Choose your hours.
2. Selling Digital Downloads on Etsy
Create once sell forever. Think planners educational printables wall art. Canva is your best friend.
3. Tutoring or Online Teaching
If you already love teaching or home educating this is gold. Teach on Zoom or in person. Flexible and fulfilling.
4. User Testing and Reviews
Give feedback on websites and get paid. Perfect for nap time. Sites like UserTesting or TryMyUI pay you to click and talk.
5. Reselling Preloved Items
Vinted Facebook Marketplace Depop. Turn clutter into cash. Kids clothes books toys your old maternity coats.
6. Blogging or Affiliate Content
Yes it takes time. But yes it works. Build an audience. Share products you love. Get paid when people click.
7. Social Media Management
Local businesses need help. If you know how to schedule posts write captions or create content this one is for you.
8. Proofreading or Editing
Grammar nerds unite. Quiet thoughtful work. Often remote. Often lovely.
9. Online Surveys and Cashback
TopCashback Swagbucks Prolific. It will not pay your mortgage but it adds up especially during the holidays.
10. Pet Sitting or Dog Walking
If you are already home and love animals this is joyful and easy. Bonus walk motivation.
How to Choose What Fits You
- Know your energy not just your time
- Start small
- Use what you already do well
- Do not follow hustle culture follow peace
Final Thought
You do not need to change who you are. You just need to get paid for what you are already amazing at. The right side hustle adds income not overwhelm.
You have got this.
Sending business savvy mum vibes always,
Mellow