Beginner's Guide for Moms Starting a Blog

Beginner’s Guide to Blogging

Blogging is important because it allows you to write about different subject matters and also help out your readers. It is especially important for moms and those starting a blog. As moms, we want to do something fulfilling while also spending more time with our family and friends. Blogging allows you to do this and so much more.

My background as a blogger started as a broadcast journalist and as student in graduate school. I then turned to blogging when working a 9 to 5 was no longer cutting it. I wanted to spend more time helping others rather than working for someone else and pursuing their dreams.

Also, I wanted to be an entrepreneur and pursue my own goals in life. Blogging allows you to write on your own schedule, be there for your children and without punching a so-called clock. It’s the gateway to helping others and sharing ideas while also solving issues and problems.

Blogging is quite simply writing your ideas and concepts and making it available for others to see. I also feel that blogging is also a way to help others. Some people just blog because they want it to be like a diary of things they are doing every day. I see it in a different way. It’s a way to connect with others and help moms like myself achieve their blogging goals and make a difference.

The first thing you need is an idea of what to blog about and your audience to start a blog. Do you want to talk to college students trying to follow a budget? Do you want to reach travel buffs looking for their next adventure? Or do you want to reach others like yourself who may be going through something similar as you? Once you have that in your mind, you can get started as a blogger.

One tip for success in blogging includes having a passion for what you want to blog about. If you love to learn and talk about gardening hydrangeas, start a blog about it. What about if you are inspired to help children who succeed in homeschooling and virtual school? Then start a blog about it. If you are obsessed with interior design, why not blog about it? You have to blog about something you’re passionate about it. If not, it will come through in your writing.

Another great tip, be consistent with your passion. Your audience wants to hear from you on a regular basis so be prepared to blog on a regular basis. Just think about your best friend, if you don’t hear from them in a while, don’t you get worried? So, dedicate yourself to blogging consistently and sharing your thoughts and ideas with your audience. They want to hear from you and they want to hear your stories. You can be the authority in your niche. You just need to have a passion for your subject matter and be consistent with your blogging.

Do I need to be a great writer to start a blog?
- The simple answer is no! You don’t have to be a great writer. But you do need to have passion for what you are blogging about. Great writers are able to tell great stories and to connect with their readers. If you love your subject, you’re going to be successful at starting a blog. It will come through in your writing. So, be open to talking about your passion to others and you will succeed with blogging.

Do I need to have any fancy equipment or spend a lot of money when starting a blog?
- The most fancy equipment you will need to start blogging in a basic computer. You can blog from your phone. But when it comes to designing your website, it’s a lot harder without a computer. As far as money is concerned, your first expense will be buying your domain name. There are many deals on domain names and you can get started for a just a few bucks a month.

Do you need hours of time to start a blog especially if you’re a mom with no time already?
- In the beginning, you do need some time when you’re starting a blog. Once you set it up, its pretty easy to run from there. It’s then just about adding content. You can work on your blog while your little ones are napping. If you work full-time, you can work on your blog at night after the kids go to bed. I started my blog while working full-time and taking care of 3 boys aged 8, 4, and 1! They are a handful. Trust me, if I can find time to blog, you can as well. Here’s a link to my freebie that will help you stay organized with your blog posts.

Can you really make money blogging?
- This is what is so cool about blogging? Not only can you make money, but you can even make a full-time income. From affiliate marketing to selling your digital products, there are several ways to make an income from blogging.

How do I get over the fear of putting myself out there and imposter syndrome when starting a blog?
- You are an authority. No one can tell a story like you, no one can explain something like you. Only you can convey your ideas. If you just believe this, your blogging journey will take you places you never dreamed. Don’t let fear stop you from pursuing your dreams. Make your dreams a reality. At Moms Blog Too, we’ll be with you all the way as your cheerleader and to believe in you. You got this! Read more about how you can conquer your fear by clicking the article below.

You may not realize it, but you already have everything you need to start blogging. You’re a super mom and you can do this too! As moms, sometimes we doubt what we can accomplish because we’re so busy taking care of others. We often don’t realize our true skills. If you have a passion for something or you want to teach others what you know, you can be a blogger. That’s all it takes.

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