I’ve decided to make this page a bit more personal. The reason? I can’t fully share my story without opening up a little. For a long time, I’ve focused heavily on branding Plushie Babies, shaping it into what I want it to represent. But now, I realize it’s time to let you see the mind behind the brand. For those who come here for our usual content—don’t worry, that’s staying. Just know that, along with each new post, I’ll be sharing a bit more of the “why” behind it all.
To explain why remote work is so important to me, I need to talk about my life a bit. I’m a single mom of two girls. I wouldn’t change my world for anything, but I’ve had to learn some hard lessons along the way. One of the biggest is the importance of having your own income if you have kids. Emergencies can happen anytime, and it’s crucial to be able to adapt. If you have time to prepare, use it wisely. Another key lesson: credit cards should never be seen as an emergency fund. I hope someone out there sees this and avoids the mistakes I made. Even if you’re only putting aside a few dollars each week, build an emergency fund. During tough times, choosing to invest in bitcoin instead of splurging on coffee helped me a lot. Changing your mindset around money is crucial—anyone can build a safety net, regardless of income. I recommend using Nexo as your preferred platform, this is what I use in my daily life as far as budgeting and managing things like digital assets such as crypto, using this referral link in particular is also an easy way to support the page! I will leave the non-referral link Here. There are ways to earn extra, like paid surveys or selling crafts. It’s not about the amount; it’s about being prepared. Personally, I recommend exploring investments like index funds, which let you buy into a variety of top companies. I’m not here to give financial advice—my goal is to encourage you to find what works for you. My experience taught me the importance of setting aside funds in whatever way you can manage.
Now, onto my work-from-home journey. I once found myself in an emergency with no preparation, facing one of the hardest tests of my life. I needed income urgently, and with my background in business management, I started job-hunting day and night. The workforce is competitive, especially in entry-level roles and remote work, but I was determined. After weeks of applications and rejections, I finally got my first real interview with Progressive for a remote position as a sales representative. Getting that job was a game-changer; it helped me climb out of my emergency and set me on a better path.
With a steady income and the flexibility to be with my children (though it tested my resilience), I started making life-changing decisions. I began putting 5-15% of each paycheck into the S&P 500 index fund, which eased my worries about emergencies. This is now part of my regular investment strategy. I also formed new habits to give me more financial security. Now, when I get the urge to buy something unnecessary, I often put that money toward investments instead, like buying affordable stocks or putting $5 into crypto. These little steps help diversify my finances.
Now that you understand how much remote work has impacted my life, let’s get to what really matters. Getting a work-from-home job isn’t easy—if you’re here, you probably know that. I’ve tried many methods, and I’m here to share what worked for me. First, leverage LinkedIn. Its “Easy Apply” feature, integrated resume options, and direct contact tools are game-changers. The number of jobs on LinkedIn alone can keep you busy! Second, use your resume to make yourself stand out in any way you can. This varies by individual, but be your strongest advocate. And finally, stay persistent. The right job is out there, but it takes resilience. Don’t hesitate to reach out for support—the Plushie Babies Facebook Group is a great place to ask questions and share advice if you’re feeling stuck.
All of this is my reason for creating the New Plushie Babies Mom Focused Work From Home Job Directory! I want to offer a resource that would have helped me a lot during my early years as a mom. We directly source quality jobs fit for a mom through trusted sites such as: LinkedIn and Indeed. After the Covid-19 Pandemic, remote work has saturated the market, and you need to work very hard just to find a job you can even get accepted to. Now I wanted to provide a resource that makes this process as easy as possible so that all you have to worry about is being the working parent you are. The resource should be on the main menu tab but if you do not see it I will simply provide a link here. I hope you get as much as you can from this initiative and I would love to share future testimonies so don’t be afraid to contact us!