12 Ways Moms Can Make Extra Money Before the Holidays
Digital income, low-lift side hustles, and real-life ideas for our busy mamis!
The holidays are coming in hot-which means so are the expenses.
Teacher gifts. Travel. Matching pajamas you swear you won’t buy again this year.
But here’s the good news: you don’t have to wait for “extra” money to magically appear.
You can create it -using the skills, time, or knowledge you already have.
This guide breaks down realistic, mom-friendly ways to make extra money before the holidays -whether you want digital income that runs while you sleep, fast holiday cash, or something that won’t add more mental load to your plate.
💻 For the Moms Who Want Digital Income (aka make money from your laptop)
1. Sell Canva Templates or Digital Downloads
What it is: Create planners, holiday labels, budget sheets, kids’ chore charts, etc.
Where to sell: Etsy, Gumroad, Shopify, Stan Store
Why it works for moms: Create once, sell forever. No shipping, no inventory.
2. Offer a Skill as a Micro-Service
Examples: Instagram captions, email newsletters, Pinterest pin design, meal plan PDFs, resume formatting
How to start: Packages or “per project” pricing = low commitment, fast turnaround
Mom tip: 1-hour micro-services are perfect during nap time or after bedtime.
3. Start a Paid Workshop or Mini Class
What to teach: Anything you already know — toddler sleep tips, budgeting, makeup for 5-minute faces, gift-wrapping hacks, etc.
Where: Zoom, Instagram broadcast, or a private Facebook group
Bonus: You can record it once and sell replay access forever.
🎁 For the Moms Who Want Fast Holiday Cash
4. Holiday Baking or Treat Boxes
What sells: Hot cocoa bombs, cookie kits, arroz con leche jars, themed cupcakes
Perfect for: School moms, neighbors, friends who don’t bake but pretend they do
5. Gift Wrapping Services
Yes, people pay for this.
Offer pickup/drop-off, or pop-up at a local boutique or church event.
6. Sell Kids’ Outgrown Clothes + Toys
Facebook Marketplace, Kidizen, Poshmark, Once Upon a Child.
Holiday hack: Bundle items as “gift sets” — ex: “8 like-new 2T outfits, $30.”
💼 For the Moms Who Already Have a Skill People Pay For
7. Virtual Assisting
Email clean-up, online storefront help, inbox support, calendar organization.
You can offer 5 hours/week and still earn $300–$500/month.
8. Freelance What You Used to Do Full-Time
Graphic design, copywriting, customer service, HR, project management — there’s a freelance version of almost every job.
9. Host a Paid Kids Activity Workshop
Example: slime day, gingerbread decorating, toddler sensory play, holiday crafting
Charge per child → moms get a break, you get paid. Everybody wins.
😴 For the Moms Who Need Low-Energy, Low-Commitment Options
10. Rent Out Something You Already Own
Strollers, bounce houses, tools, maternity clothes, photo backdrops - all rentable.
Apps: PeerRenters, BabyQuip, Fat Llama, Facebook groups.
11. Become a Brand Ambassador for Local Small Businesses
You don’t need 10K followers- you need local influence.
Great for: estheticians, kids’ gyms, boutiques, coffee shops, med spas.
12. Get Paid to Share Your Opinion
Surveys, research studies, product testing:
UserInterviews.com (avg. $60–$150 per study)
Respondent.io
Focus groups at local universities or hospitals
Next Step: Turn One of These Into Real, Recurring Income
If you’re reading this and thinking:
“Okay but I need someone to *show me exactly how to do this”…
you’re not alone -and The Mami Collective’s got you.
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We’re breaking down how real moms are building online income streams -without full-time hours, investors, or a 40-step funnel.
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(No commitment, just first access.)
Because we’re done depending on one paycheck.
We’re done feeling guilty for wanting more.
We’re building options, not excuses.
Let’s make this holiday season the last one where money feels tight.
You’re the asset, mami. Time to monetize it. 💅🏽