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\n<\/div>\nDo you want to learn how to make extra money while your child naps?<\/p>\n
I\u2019m currently writing this article while my daughter is sleeping, so I completely understand!<\/p>\n
Nap time may be the only quiet time in your day.<\/p>\n
During these precious moments, you might catch up on laundry, take a breather for yourself, or even explore ways to boost your income. Many parents utilize nap time to work on side hustles!<\/p>\n
Whether you\u2019re on maternity leave, staying home with a child, or simply looking for ways to contribute financially without enrolling your child in daycare, leveraging nap time to earn extra income<\/a> can be a fantastic option.<\/p>\n Plus, you don\u2019t need a full-time job or a perfectly quiet house. These are genuine ways for moms (and dads!) to earn money in one-hour chunks from the comfort of their kitchen table, couch, or even bed.<\/p>\n Here\u2019s how to make extra money during nap time online from home.<\/p>\n Recommended reading:<\/em> 32 Best Stay At Home Jobs For Moms & Dads (Great, Flexible Ideas!)<\/a><\/p>\n Money-making sites like Freecash<\/a> are an easy nap-time income idea.<\/p>\n I have personally made $302 playing games on my phone in just one week while using Freecash, mainly during my daughter’s nap times. You can read more about my experience at How I Made $302.80 Playing Games on My Phone (In One Week)<\/a>.<\/p>\n Sites like Freecash pay you to complete tasks such as:<\/p>\n These tasks are designed to be quick, allowing you to cash out via PayPal or receive free gift cards.<\/p>\n Click here to sign up for Freecash.<\/a><\/p>\n Other similar sites include:<\/p>\n Taking surveys is one of the simplest ways to earn money while your child naps. It\u2019s flexible, requires no experience, and can be done right from your phone.<\/p>\n Some popular survey sites include (I recommend signing up for multiple sites to maximize your earning potential):<\/p>\n While you won\u2019t get rich doing surveys, if you aim to earn an extra $50 a month in your spare time, this is a great starting point.<\/p>\n Selling digital products is one of my favorite passive income ideas, perfect for nap time. Once you create a product, you can earn money from it repeatedly without additional work.<\/p>\n Ideas for digital products include:<\/p>\n You can design these using Canva and sell them on platforms like Etsy or Shopify.<\/p>\n During nap time, you can:<\/p>\n Learn more at How I Made $6,161 in Just 4 Months With a New Etsy Printables Shop<\/a>.<\/p>\n Consider signing up for the Earn Money Selling Printables free training<\/a> to learn printable ideas, how to get started on Etsy, and how to make sales.<\/p>\n Do you want to make money selling printables online? This free training will give you great ideas on what you can sell, how to get started, the costs, and how to make sales.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n One of the quickest ways to earn money is by selling items you already own. This could include baby items you no longer use (like clothes, breast pumps, or baby gear) or other household items.<\/p>\n You can sell items on:<\/p>\n Use nap time to take pictures, write short product descriptions, and respond to messages. It only takes a few minutes per listing, and you can do everything from your phone.<\/p>\n Learn more at How To Quickly Declutter Your Home and Make $500 This Weekend<\/a>.<\/p>\n If you have a blog or have ever considered starting one, nap time is the perfect opportunity to work on it.<\/p>\n Blogging is one of the best ways to earn money while your child naps, especially if you aim for a full-time income. I have earned over $5,000,000 from my website, allowing me to enjoy my days with my daughter while working during her naps or at preschool. For the first 2 \u00bd years of her life, I only worked during her nap times, proving it\u2019s possible!<\/p>\n Blogging tasks you can tackle during nap time include:<\/p>\n If you\u2019re new to blogging, I recommend starting with my free How To Start A Blog course<\/a>. Over 80,000 people have signed up, and I guide you through creating a blog, from the technical aspects to earning your first income and attracting readers.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re a fast typist and have a quiet space, transcription can be a great nap-time job.<\/p>\n Transcriptionists listen to audio files and type what they hear, making it a task you can do in short bursts of focused time.<\/p>\n Find transcription work on sites like:<\/p>\n This job is quiet, flexible, and easy to pause if nap time ends early.<\/p>\n A great free resource is the FREE Workshop: Is a Career in Transcription Right for You?<\/a>. You\u2019ll learn about transcription, its demand, and how to get started.<\/p>\n Recommended reading: <\/em>18 Best Online Transcription Jobs For Beginners To Make $2,000 Monthly<\/a><\/p>\n 10<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n In this free training, you will learn what transcription is, why it\u2019s a highly in-demand skill, who hires transcriptionists, how to become one, and more.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n I know several parents who work as online bookkeepers from home. One even manages her bookkeeping tasks while her children nap, proving it\u2019s definitely possible!<\/p>\n Small businesses hire online bookkeepers for:<\/p>\n You don\u2019t need to be an accountant to get started. Online courses can help you learn the basics, and once you land your first client, you can work on your own schedule.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re interested in online bookkeeping jobs, consider signing up for this free workshop about starting a freelance bookkeeping business. You can sign up for free here.<\/a><\/p>\n Recommended reading: <\/em>How To Find Online Bookkeeping Jobs As A Beginner<\/a><\/p>\n 10<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n This free training will teach you what you need to know to become a virtual bookkeeper and make money from home.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Proofreading is another quiet, nap-friendly job.<\/p>\n If you easily spot typos or cringe at grammar mistakes, you might enjoy getting paid to help others improve their writing.<\/p>\n Proofreaders check for:<\/p>\n Find gigs on Upwork, Freelancer, or by reaching out to bloggers and small businesses directly.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re interested in online proofreading jobs, consider signing up for a free 76-minute workshop about starting a freelance proofreading business. You can sign up for free here.<\/a><\/p>\n Recommended reading:<\/em> 20 Best Online Proofreading Jobs For Beginners (Earn $40,000+ A Year)<\/a><\/p>\n 10<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n This free 76-minute workshop answers common questions about becoming a proofreader and discusses the signs that proofreading could be a perfect fit for you.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Everyone has a skill they can monetize, and nap time is a great window for freelance projects. You can work from home on your own schedule, allowing for flexibility.<\/p>\n Some in-demand freelance services include:<\/p>\n Use platforms like Fiverr, Upwork, or even your own blog to find clients.<\/p>\n During nap time, you can:<\/p>\n Recommended reading:<\/em> 20 Best Freelance Sites To Find Jobs and Make Money<\/a><\/p>\n Some side hustles require minimal time investment. You can manage them during naps and earn passive or semi-passive income.<\/p>\n Consider renting out your baby gear on BabyQuip, a platform where you can rent items like strollers, cribs, high chairs, toys, and books to families in need.<\/p>\n This side hustle doesn\u2019t require hours at your laptop, but you can use nap time to manage bookings, respond to customers, and handle logistics.<\/p>\n Print-on-demand is a fantastic way to earn extra money from home, especially during nap time. You can design products like T-shirts, mugs, and tote bags without keeping inventory or handling shipping.<\/p>\n Here\u2019s how it works: Create your design and upload it to a print-on-demand site like Printify<\/a> or Printful<\/a>. When someone buys your product, the platform automatically prints and ships it for you. You earn money without dealing with boxes or post office lines.<\/p>\n This is one of my favorite low-effort income ideas for creative moms because it\u2019s mostly passive once your listings are up. You can create cute sayings, illustrations, or niche-specific designs (like mom life shirts), and they can continue selling for months or even years.<\/p>\n During nap time, you can:<\/p>\n I recommend signing up for How to Make Money with Print-On-Demand free workshop<\/strong><\/a>. In this workshop, you\u2019ll learn how Emily made $500,000 in two years selling gifts, the best products to maximize earnings, and how to start this side hustle on Etsy.<\/p>\n Recommended reading: <\/em>How I Make $7,500 Monthly Selling Print-On-Demand Gifts<\/a><\/p>\nBest Ways To Make Extra Money While Your Child Naps<\/strong><\/h2>\n
1. Try money-making apps like Freecash<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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2. Take short online surveys<\/strong><\/h3>\n
3. Sell printables or digital downloads<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n4. Sell things you don\u2019t need anymore<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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5. Become a blogger<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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6. Become a transcriptionist<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\n<\/a><\/p>\n7. Become an online bookkeeper<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\n<\/a><\/p>\n8. Proofreading<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\n<\/a><\/p>\n9. Freelance a skill you already have<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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10. Rent out your baby gear<\/strong><\/h3>\n
11. Sell print on demand<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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