https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Sun, 05 Apr 2026 23:54:45 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/sahp-how-do-you-make-some-extra-cash#post-1550415 Mon, 07 Apr 2014 10:08:10 +0000 nicoleannette 1550415@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I do photography as well as being a sahm. I suppose you could look at your hobbies or things you love to do and figure out a way to capitalize on that. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/sahp-how-do-you-make-some-extra-cash#post-1497456 Sun, 16 Mar 2014 21:05:32 +0000 Mrs. Yoyo 1497456@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@daniellemybelle: I also like a site called FlexJobs. There's a fee but it's legit. And I landed my biggest client through JournalismJobs. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/sahp-how-do-you-make-some-extra-cash#post-1497354 Sun, 16 Mar 2014 20:04:41 +0000 daniellemybelle 1497354@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@fancyfunction: Thanks for the tips! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/sahp-how-do-you-make-some-extra-cash#post-1496998 Sun, 16 Mar 2014 15:38:22 +0000 Boogs 1496998@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@scg00387: Thanks! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/sahp-how-do-you-make-some-extra-cash#post-1496987 Sun, 16 Mar 2014 15:21:28 +0000 immabeetoo 1496987@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Boogs: Pinecone Research is my favorite; there are lots of legitimate companies. Moneysavingmom.com has some good recommendations.</p> <p>This site has lots and lots and lots of valuable information - <a href="http://realwaystoearnmoneyonline.com/" rel="nofollow">http://realwaystoearnmoneyonline.com/</a> </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/sahp-how-do-you-make-some-extra-cash#post-1496956 Sun, 16 Mar 2014 14:48:50 +0000 regberadaisy 1496956@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Greentea: I actually thought about that. But I'm just not sure at this point in pregnancy if I can being on my feet. And the other thing I have to consider is if it'll be worth losing unemployment and probably public Healthcare if I qualify for it. My suggested looking for maybe a office position at a supermarket. Haha </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/sahp-how-do-you-make-some-extra-cash#post-1496828 Sun, 16 Mar 2014 12:56:23 +0000 fancyfunction 1496828@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@daniellemybelle: It's been through a lot of networking - just reaching out to contacts to see if they need writing help. My background is in PR so I do a lot of press release writing, but I also do a lot of editorial jobs. I've had a lot of luck using Craigslist actually as well as a site called Freelance Writing Gigs and then I've gotten new clients through other clients. Good luck! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/sahp-how-do-you-make-some-extra-cash#post-1496820 Sun, 16 Mar 2014 12:48:36 +0000 Greentea 1496820@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Not sure if this helpful in any way but when dh got laid off I suggested he work at our local coop grocery store. Employees get 20% off groceries and lots of free sample items and sell-by dates. It has helped a lot. Maybe consider part-time work where you already need a service/ have an expense. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/sahp-how-do-you-make-some-extra-cash#post-1496819 Sun, 16 Mar 2014 12:48:25 +0000 Mrs. Yoyo 1496819@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Boogs: yup, same. you have to sign your life away in confidentiality agreements and pledge not to work in public and such. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/sahp-how-do-you-make-some-extra-cash#post-1496790 Sun, 16 Mar 2014 12:14:38 +0000 Boogs 1496790@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Yoyo: Ah interesting. I know of someone who does the Google version of that, but they didn't share very much about it. Definitely not fun to do stuff unpaid. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/sahp-how-do-you-make-some-extra-cash#post-1496584 Sun, 16 Mar 2014 06:45:39 +0000 SugarplumsMom 1496584@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I haven't done it myself, but a friend of mine used to translate technical docs (from Korean to English) during her downtime. Wall me if you're interested and I can ask her about it. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/sahp-how-do-you-make-some-extra-cash#post-1496579 Sun, 16 Mar 2014 06:39:53 +0000 Mrs. Yoyo 1496579@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Boogs: I found the stuff I was tested on easy enough, but once I was cleared, the work that was available (if there was any) was more complex and required even more learning (and the studying you have to do, which is substantial, is unpaid). And I didn't stick around long enough to discover for myself, but a lot of people complain they only get feedback that's negative. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/sahp-how-do-you-make-some-extra-cash#post-1496531 Sun, 16 Mar 2014 01:49:52 +0000 Boogs 1496531@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@scg00387: How do you find the online surveys to do?</p> <p>@Mrs. Yoyo: I've looked at something like that, but the info is so limited. If you don't mind me asking, what made you decide it wasn't for you? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/sahp-how-do-you-make-some-extra-cash#post-1496446 Sat, 15 Mar 2014 22:01:51 +0000 Mrs. Yoyo 1496446@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Ditto on freelancing and selling my stuff on Facebook groups/Craigslist.</p> <p>I also passed a test awhile back to become a search engine evaluator, but decided it wasn't for me. More here:</p> <p><a href="http://workathomemoms.about.com/od/translatorsandinterpretor/p/Leapforce.htm" rel="nofollow">http://workathomemoms.about.com/od/translatorsandinterpretor/p/Leapforce.htm</a> </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/sahp-how-do-you-make-some-extra-cash#post-1496432 Sat, 15 Mar 2014 21:37:53 +0000 hotchildinthecity 1496432@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm not a stay at home mom but i do focus groups and secret shopping for extra cash. Petsitting sounds good too. I always see on CL that they're looking for people who are available during the day. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/sahp-how-do-you-make-some-extra-cash#post-1496427 Sat, 15 Mar 2014 21:32:22 +0000 daniellemybelle 1496427@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@sorrycharlie: I just googled Discovery Toys - I had never heard of it! How do you like it?</p> <p>@fancyfunction: How did you get started? I have a background in writing / marketing &amp; would love to start freelancing now that I SAH. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/sahp-how-do-you-make-some-extra-cash#post-1496373 Sat, 15 Mar 2014 20:29:25 +0000 JessKas 1496373@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I used to work as a nanny and occasionally pick up shifts for them. I've also been selling things in eBay. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/sahp-how-do-you-make-some-extra-cash#post-1496321 Sat, 15 Mar 2014 19:50:14 +0000 MrsF 1496321@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@locavore_mama: We have a similar situation to @cheert16:<br /> A local SAHM watches my toddler while I work 1 or 2 days / week. We pay her well (but a huge savings over daycare considering that I only need part time) and she just takes M along with her to do errands or whatever while her kids are in school and then all of the kids play together in the afternoons. I think she truly loves my child and I know M loves her family. It works out great for all of us!</p> <p>I'm sure you would be totally qualified for some kind of casual arrangement like this. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/sahp-how-do-you-make-some-extra-cash#post-1496286 Sat, 15 Mar 2014 19:19:39 +0000 immabeetoo 1496286@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>OH and promotional work - sampling, sales, surveys in person. Usually pays $15-30 an hour and is at night/weekends (and fun). </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/sahp-how-do-you-make-some-extra-cash#post-1496283 Sat, 15 Mar 2014 19:18:12 +0000 immabeetoo 1496283@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I do online surveys, swagbucks, microworkers, mystery shopping online. I also run a blog that has ads/affiliate links that generate money. In the past I have done ebay arbitrage, nannying, and freelance writing. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/sahp-how-do-you-make-some-extra-cash#post-1496275 Sat, 15 Mar 2014 19:07:24 +0000 littlek 1496275@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I would think dog walking or cat sitting would be a good option. We pay $20 a visit for our dogs to get walked. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/sahp-how-do-you-make-some-extra-cash#post-1490957 Thu, 13 Mar 2014 09:21:50 +0000 sorrycharlie 1490957@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I babysit the little ones I used to nanny FT (does that make sense?). I only do one day a week right now.</p> <p>I also do the Discovery Toys. Those combined don't exactly equate to a ton of money, but as much as a 20-30 hour min wage job for sure. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/sahp-how-do-you-make-some-extra-cash#post-1490822 Thu, 13 Mar 2014 08:52:51 +0000 rawrasaur 1490822@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I didn't do a good job taking advantage of this, but there is a SP (Standardized Patient) program at the local nursing school. There are some where they need to practice on small children (nothing invasive - just heatbeat, ears, etc.) so if you bring your kid you both get paid. If they just need an adult, just the adult gets paid. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/sahp-how-do-you-make-some-extra-cash#post-1490797 Thu, 13 Mar 2014 08:46:26 +0000 Boheme 1490797@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I do data entry and market research for a small local start-up. I work after the baby goes to bed on my own time.</p> <p>ETA: I don't SAH, but I went part time at my regular job. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/sahp-how-do-you-make-some-extra-cash#post-1490792 Thu, 13 Mar 2014 08:44:57 +0000 mlm2934 1490792@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@derevival: @locavore_mama: an old co-worker had a "hobby" of buying super discounted nike items at outlets, then selling them for a mark-up on ebay </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/sahp-how-do-you-make-some-extra-cash#post-1490781 Thu, 13 Mar 2014 08:42:00 +0000 fancyfunction 1490781@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I do freelance writing and have a few steady clients. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/sahp-how-do-you-make-some-extra-cash#post-1490769 Thu, 13 Mar 2014 08:39:27 +0000 Mrs. Bee 1490769@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@locavore_mama: i used to be a dog walker! cat sitting is even easier. great way to make extra money and it's fun! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/sahp-how-do-you-make-some-extra-cash#post-1489194 Wed, 12 Mar 2014 12:16:02 +0000 Mrs. Lion 1489194@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Yep. For free! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/sahp-how-do-you-make-some-extra-cash#post-1489189 Wed, 12 Mar 2014 12:15:17 +0000 mrs. tictactoe 1489189@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Lion: Do you get to bring your LO with you? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/sahp-how-do-you-make-some-extra-cash#post-1489182 Wed, 12 Mar 2014 12:13:14 +0000 derevival 1489182@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Sell items on Ebay? </p> <p>Can you tutor anyone in math or English? Good tutors are in high demand in some places. </p> <p>Clean someone's house? </p> <p>If you have a specific skill or knowledge, how about teaching a class for the community? Maybe check out your local community college? (e.g. teach a class on how to use social media) </p>