#35: The Best Stay-at-Home Mom Jobs That Pay Well

If you’ve been dreaming of leaving your 9-to-5 and working from home, this episode is your practical guide to doing just that. I’m breaking down the 10 best stay-at-home mom jobs that actually pay well in 2025. Whether you want to freelance, land a remote job, or start your own business, I’ll help you find options that are flexible, family-friendly, and financially smart. I also share how to choose the right job for your lifestyle and introduce a new resource that will make your job search easier!

• Not All Remote Jobs Are Mom-Friendly – Just because a job is labeled “work-from-home” doesn’t mean it fits your family life. Learn how to spot flexible roles that let you work in pockets of time.
  
  
  
  


• You Have Options That Pay Well – From freelancing and virtual assisting to bookkeeping and digital products, there are real ways to earn from home using your current skills.
  
  
  
  


• Action Beats Overwhelm – You don’t need to have it all figured out—just start by picking 1-3 job types that align with your goals and take the first step toward applying or learning more.
  
  
  
  

• Ep. 34: How to Identify Your Hidden Skills and Turn Them into Income - Listen here.
  
  
  
  


• Best Job Boards for Moms List – A curated list of vetted websites where you can find stay-at-home jobs perfect for moms - View it here.
  
  
  
  


• Job Resource Site I Used – The site that helped me land three real remote jobs with low competition and legit listings - View it here.
  
  
  
  
  
  


• Join me on Instagram @MomsRoadmapHome for tips, encouragement, and job leads.
  
  
  
  

Before you leave your 9-to-5, make sure you’re financially prepared! The Financially Secure Mom Checklist walks you through:

• Creating a safety net
  
  
  
  


• Budgeting for one income
  
  
  
  


• Starting a side hustle or remote job
  
  
  
  


• Reducing debt and expenses
  
  
  
  

Download the checklist here: Financially Secure Mom Checklist

Be sure to subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss any part of our Roadmap to Work at Home series—including next week’s episode on whether direct sales is still a smart income option for moms in 2025.

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Mama, you don’t have to stay stuck. Whether you’re concerned about job security or just want to be more present for your kids, there are real, flexible ways to earn from home. Take the first step, trust God to guide you, and remember—you were made for this. Let’s keep building your roadmap home—together.