Hello J.! Nice to meet another WAHM! I too love my business, as it allows me the freedom to put my children first. It has been tricky for me to keep 4 kids occupied while I am working, especially in the evenings when the oldest ones come home from school. I decided to get up extra early, shower, have my coffee while I read my bible and talk to God. After that I jump on the computer and get my day organized. By 7am I have the oldest 2 up and out the door at 8:30. I get breakfast ready for the youngest 2, and try to get some things done before they wake up. They usually beat me to the other things. I get out crayons and books and paper so to keep them occupied. They are allowed 2 tv shows in the morning, and that takes 1 hour of time.I keep a basket of healthy snacks at my desk which is right in the living area. The tricky part is keeping them quiet during the 2 hours in the morning and 2 hours in the evening that I call my prospects. It has been my biggest challenge. What has helped me with the rest of my business is my night time work. I too spend many extra hours researching my materials and products, trainings to improve my business, and organization. I lay out every day the night before and have it all organized before I go to bed. I found that this really helped.
It is wonderful to be able to work from home, and I would never think of doing it any other way. I am blessed to be able to work for such a great company that is so easy to work for. It also benefits my family because it has made my home healthier and safer for my children. So I could never abandon it. I just make it work. My 3 year old gets whiney too, but I just hold her on my lap and cuddle her if I can. When I can't I give her a special spot next to my desk with her table and chairs. I tell her to work from home like mommy. She gets her toy phone out and paper and crayons, and starts making calls with the same enthusiasm I use. She believes in the products as much as I do! LOL! That is wonderful to know because I want to raise my children to be financially literate, and to allow my girls to be home with their babies too! Just try making your little one part of your business. Maybe he will enjoy it as much as my little girl does!
On an other note. I love that you practice attachment parenting. In this busy world of career moms children rarely get to experience enough time with their mommies. I too kept mine close as long as I could, and cried when they started school.
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Again, I hope my suggestions helped a little with your business. Good luck, and I hope to hear back from you.
Take care.
K.
