Many parents find that it is impossible to survive on one adult’s earnings and so it is necessary for both parents to work in some capacity. The cost of childcare can be astronomical and unless the jobs are well paid many parents wonder whether it is worthwhile both parents working for a small additional amount whilst paying someone else to look after under school age children.

One solution to this dilemma is to find a way for one parent to work from home so that they can be at home with young children and also earn a wage. It is worth considering whether one parent has a skill that could be adapted to enable them to work in this way such as secretarial skills or marketing. These roles could be carried out at home on a computer with meetings organised to coordinate work via online conference calls.

Some people may have a hobby that can be used to earn a wage from such as dressmaking, baking or woodwork as there may be an interest locally in employing someone to make or alter clothes, make celebration cakes or design and make items from wood. It is worthwhile asking on local social media groups to ascertain the level of interest if you think this is an area that could be developed into a business venture.