Being a mom is a full-time job with its own set of challenges and rewards, but it can also be a springboard for personal growth and creativity. Creating content as a mom isn’t just about sharing your experiences—it’s about finding your voice, building a community, and gaining new skills. Here’s why you should consider starting your own content creation journey:
- Empower Yourself and Others
As moms, we have such a unique and different outlook on life, and we can benefit from sharing that under so many different circumstances. By sharing content about motherhood, about days in the livelihood of being a mom. all the things. We can share, create, connect. The opportunities are endless. Content creation has given me so much. Not only an outlet, but also a way to strive in a community, and also gives me an opportunity to be that mom that helps other moms in my area.
- Develop New Skills
Content creation involves more than just writing or filming—it’s a fantastic opportunity to learn new skills. It’s helped me so much to break out of my shell and gain some confident. From photography and video editing to social media management and SEO, creating content allows you to expand your knowledge and capabilities. These skills can be both personally fulfilling and professionally advantageous.
Content editing can be very tedious, but if you were to ask me how I would start from scratch AGAIN (which I’ve done many times) I would say start learning, start watching YouTube videos, I would tell you to create a Pinterest board of all the editing content you can find to reference late or while you’re editing.
Another thing, and this may be the most important thing ever, is to not pay for an editing subscription. Now, if you’re comfy with a specific one and that’s required then by all means. But if you’re starting out, I really suggest learning how to edit on Canva or Cap Cut for free. Both are REALLY awesome for both long form and short form.
- Find a Creative Outlet
Being a mom often means we juggle many responsibilities, and finding time for ourselves can be challenging. Content creation offers a creative outlet where you can express your thoughts, ideas, and passions. It’s a way to channel your creativity and have a project that’s entirely your own.
You can talk about SO many different things, the opportunities are endless.
IF you needed to find a way to start creating content, or have NO idea where to start, I have a freebie HERE that you can download and utilize.
- Build a Community
Starting a content creation journey allows you to build your own personal brand. Whether you’re focusing on motherhood, hobbies, or professional interests, creating content helps you establish your identity and connect with like-minded individuals. Over time, this can lead to new opportunities and collaborations that align with your interests and goals. It ALSO allows you to build on how many different people you can meet, leave the day with different stories from other moms.
I have also created a 90 day content planner to help jumpstart your content creating career. You can find that here.
At the end of the day, being a mom especially a stay-at-home mom can be straining on income, self-discovery, and so much more.