Becoming a mum gives you new skills, huge drive, more responsibility So what better time to earn some cash on the side? Mums are a growing economic force in the UK and with a bit of effort, you can help boost your family finances. Whether you want to go the whole hog by becoming a mumpreneur or kitchen table tycoon!

How much time do you have? You need to ask yourself, honestly, how much time can you put aside?

Think about when you can work around your mummy duties. Assess what you already have. Do you have anything you can sell or rent out? Also consider any contacts and friends you have who could give your business a boost. Also think about your current finances. Do you have money to invest and how healthy is your credit rating? Do you have any certificates, exams or qualifications you can put to good use?

These can help you get higher paid home-based jobs. Experience in sales may come in handy, while practical or creative skills could help you launch your own business. Is there something that would make being a mum easier? Be it an invention, a website or just an idea, using your personal experiences to build a new business venture from home could corner the market. If this sounds like you, read up being a mumpreneur. The internet is awash with offers to make money from home.

But do your homework as the ones that seem too good to be true often are. Real money can be made by proof-reading, filling out surveys, doing customer research and even shopping. Another opportunity to monetise your day could be to become a mystery shopper. Yes, you get paid to shop. Find out more about becoming a child minder and what training you need. You could also consider pet sitting and dog walking as you can take your child with you.

If you have qualifications in a particular subject, play an instrument well or speak a language you could offer tutoring from home. Students come to you and you charge by the hour.

This is an especially good idea around exam preparation time when SATS, GCSE and even A Level students are often looking for some extra help. Advertise online such as on MFM Neighbourhood or on local centres' noticeboards.

If you have a creative streak, you could try selling your wares. Online you can set up an Etsy shop for free, for everything from homemade jewellery to hand-knitted scarves.

You could also try the smaller British version of Etsy, called Folksy. Many mums have also had success on Ebay , where you can auction products or set up your own Ebay shop.

Make Money Working From Home | Bounty

Baked goods are often a good money-spinner and setting up a small business making cupcakes for events and offices could be your calling. Try joining forces with other talented mum bakers or take it a step further and organise whole parties.

Find out more about setting up your own business on maternity leave. Parents have been known to make money from YouTube. And for some examples of what sells, have a giggle at our favourite YouTube clips from last year. Ebay can be a great outlet to auction off your old and unwanted items. Or you could try doing a garage sale or car boot to make a lump sum. Renting out a spare room or even a parking space brings in a steady income, if you have anything to spare.

Earn Money During Maternity Leave

You could also consider offering all or part of your loft, garage or basement if you have one as storage. Money comes from advertising and some companies offer bloggers products to test and occasionally keep.

You could consider becoming an Avon lady , selling products and keeping the profit, or running sales parties for companies , such as the Body Shop and Ann Summers. We use cookies to improve your experience of our website. Skip to main content. Made For Mums Search Join Log in Search Account Navigation Menu. Find us on YouTube Twitter Pinterest. Easy ways for mums to make extra money.

Easy ways to save money MFM amazing deals of the week Save for the future - four vital things to do with your money. What resources can you use? Do you have qualifications?

How mums make money on maternity leave - Kidspot

What practical skills and experience do you have? Do you have any mum inspiration? What are your options?

Work-from-home jobs The internet is awash with offers to make money from home. Other useful sites include Sliveroftime. Tutoring If you have qualifications in a particular subject, play an instrument well or speak a language you could offer tutoring from home.

Selling crafts and homemade products If you have a creative streak, you could try selling your wares. YouTube advertising Parents have been known to make money from YouTube. Sales You could consider becoming an Avon lady , selling products and keeping the profit, or running sales parties for companies , such as the Body Shop and Ann Summers.

You need to be logged in to do this Sign In Sign Up. Why some mums are REALLY cross about this PND advert. What you really need to know about home dopplers. Win a fun-filled day out at BBC Countryfile Live! Enter Now View All Competitions. ABC Design Cobra Plus pushchair. Baby Jogger City Premier pushchair. Other Immediate Media Co Sites Radio Times Gardners' World OutdoorsMagic Visordown Golfmagic.