09.27.02
Tips For Working At Home With Children
1. Have a game plan:
It’s a lot easier to get things done when you have a plan for your day. This way there are no surprises and kids thrive on a routine. Also, remember to keep your routine flexible and don’t stress if you are behind. Just take things a step at a time. 
2. Goodie Boxes:
These can really come in handy when you need quiet time for a phone call or a project, Make up a special box with toys, simple crafts, and anything that your kids enjoy that they can do quietly with minimal supervision. Only bring these boxes out for your “quiet times” that way your children will look forward to them instead of dreading your attention not being on them.
3.Stay organized:
Organization is KEY to running a business from home. Make files for your papers and keep a calender updated with deadlines and appointments. Make “To Do” list every evening for things you need to get done the next day. This will eliminate much of the stress of trying to remember what needs to be done while juggling family and work at the same time.
4. Give your kids individual attention each day:
Set a time to do something fun with each child (or all together if needed). Give them your undivided attention during this time. Don’t accept any phone calls or work. This special mommy time makes it easier for your kids to deal with not having mommy’s full attention at times you need to be working.
Quintarsa Malone is the owner of http://legitimate-work-from-home-jobs.com. She is a single mother of two little boys and lives in Northern Indiana.