A lot of women wonder whether or not they can really make it as a work at
home mom (WAHM). Some think they wouldn't be able to manage the
responsiblities of childcare with the demands of a business. Still others
worry that they won't be able to afford the loss of a steady income that the
J-O-B can bring.
These are absolutely valid concerns, but don't let it paralyze you.
Take the steps you need to address your fears.
Look at your choices - job or entrepreneurship. Consider your work and
life passions. Can you achieve your goals by keeping/getting a job or
will running your own business give you the flexibility and career satisfaction
you're after?
If loss of income is a worry for you, take a serious look at what it is
costing you to travel to work. If you live quite a distance away from
work you may have considerable commuting costs you need to consider (gas, car
maintenance or public transit). Add to those costs, clothing and lunch
expenses and most importantly, if you have young children, childcare costs.
These key costs can take a significant chunk out of your take home
pay.
If you choose to start a business that is in demand, and that requires a
skill that you do well, you just might be on your way to replacing your
income--provided that you have in place good marketing, promotion and
management plans.
Get expert advice early. It may not cost you a dime. Many cities offer
free business advice to companies starting up in their region. It's worth
investigating if such free services are offered where you live.
The Internet can be a gift providing you with choice, information and
opportunity if you use it correctly. Search out business networking
resources that can also help guide you in those initial planning and important
networking stages. I put together a resource list on the New Urban Mom
site that you might find useful for making the contacts that can lead you to
sound advice and clients!
Whether you make your decision today or next summer...just keep yourself
informed. You never know when the right idea, partnership or even client
may help to make your WAHM transitioning plans crystal clear!
Mom Types 
A lot of women wonder whether or not they can really make it as a work at
home mom (WAHM). Some think they wouldn't be able to manage the
responsiblities of childcare with the demands of a business. Still others
worry that they won't be able to afford the loss of a steady income that the
J-O-B can bring.
