Moms who stay at home with their children are often placed in a difficult position, especially during hard economic times. While they enjoy being such an active part of the formative years of their little ones, there can often be guilt associated with not being a financially contributing member of the household. Luckily, there are several opportunities that enable these women to both rear their children and generate revenue.

One of the more commonly known business opportunities is that of licensed child care provider. By preparing the home environment according to the standards of local licensing agencies, moms can legally charge fees for child care service. The fees that can be charged for the full-time care of an infant or toddler can be substantial enough to replace the income that is earned from a full-time job when several or more children are enrolled.

The downside of this business opportunity, however, lies in the fact that the provider must prioritize her time and attention with each child accordingly. Thus, she will find that she is generally unable to afford one on one time with her own children until after business hours. The advantages include not having to pay for child care of your own and being able to remain in the company of your own children.

Another common opportunity is that of an online retailer. Many online shops are simply stay-at-home individuals who take advantage of drop shipping opportunities. Drop shipping companies are wholesale suppliers who stock goods and then ship them out to paying customers. The retailer is responsible for attracting customers, closing deals and collecting the money. Once a sale has been closed the retailer then orders the products through the drop shipping company who sends them by mail in the retailer's name.

The downside of this business endeavor is that it can be difficult to find ethical and reputable drop shipping companies to work with. Enrolling will usually require a one time membership fee or an annual membership fee in order to have access to conduct business as a retailer. Numerous people, however, have found ways to make a lucrative income through this online opportunity.

There are numerous other online businesses that can be started by enterprising individuals. In many instances it can be beneficial to take advantage of two or more of such opportunities at once in order to ensure maximum profits. With time, a diligent woman can carve out at niche that will enable her to care for her small children while earning a considerable income.