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Jobs where you can take your child along? Suggestions please!

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Lotster · 29/09/2008 18:21

Hi there,

I work freelance and for some months of the year I'm twiddling my thumbs, when others are busy. When I work, which isn't that uch TBH as I like being at home with my 2 year old old for now - he has a day at nursery, usually once a week.

Anyway, what I wondered is when I want to earn a bit of extra cash, what jobs can you do and take your child with you? I thought playgroups that kind of thing but don't know if they're paid or you have to be checked etc.

Taking him along means I can accept earning less than I usually get, without having to worry it doesn't cover childcare, plus he could enjoy it?

Any suggestions please?

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southeastastra · 29/09/2008 18:25

i have done this for a while, it's quite hard to remain professional when you have your own child in tow though!

twinsetandpearls · 29/09/2008 18:32

I used to run play sessions for a children's charity while taking dd with me. I got well and truly slated on here for doing so.

I loved doing it though but it is hard to work and remain proffessional with your own child. It was much easier then dd was able to go to school.

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Lotster · 29/09/2008 18:33

Hi,

what it it you do then? Do you mean playgroups?

I'm open to any ideas really.

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expatinscotland · 29/09/2008 18:33

pet sitter. dog walker. paper route/leaflet distributor. avon/phoenix/usbourne sales.

jamie oliver grew up with parents who ran a pub.

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Lotster · 29/09/2008 18:38

Thanks expat. I'd probably drink the takings!

The leaflet idea isn't bad though, as we could all get fresh air at the same time. Thanks!

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Lotster · 29/09/2008 18:40

just seen your post twinset, funny the things you can get slated for... So did you donate a large percentage and keep a bit to cover your costs and time?

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expatinscotland · 29/09/2008 18:42

DH and DD1 like dogs, but we can't have one because we're private renters, so they've turned a few extra bob at Xmas/Hogmanay acting as substitute dog walkers and pet sitters when the usual ones like to have some time off.

It's not steady work, but if you were the usual walker it could be.

twinsetandpearls · 29/09/2008 19:50

The charity employed me to plan, and run the groups. I was paid on an hourly rate for my contact time and had to do my plannng and prep at home.

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Lotster · 29/09/2008 19:52

Ok, that's really interesting, thanks!

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MrsBates · 29/09/2008 19:53

Chimney sweep

MrsGuyOfGisbourne · 29/09/2008 19:57

lol Mrs Bates!!!!!!!!!

Angela1982 · 29/09/2008 20:34

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Brid72 · 29/09/2008 20:37

I work as an agent for a company selling children's toys.

Taking children along with me to events is no problem as often they are at toddler groups or nurserys. I also work in evenings and at weekends as my husband is able to care for the children then.

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Lotster · 30/09/2008 10:27

Mr Bates, I like it. Then I can file my nails whilst my son does the hard stuff, he loves sweeping anyway.

Angela and Brid thanks, I'll probably drop you a private mail to chat more.

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Lotster · 30/09/2008 10:39

Sorry MRS Bates!

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fridayschild · 30/09/2008 12:54

Mystery shopper at Sainsburys (or anywhere!)

Angela1982 · 30/09/2008 17:10

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whitetigereyes · 13/05/2015 14:12

were do i start. it is hard to get a job with a toddler who has to start school late.

MoabitessMotherWoman · 26/10/2015 05:02

Did anyone really do mystery shopping? If yes, did you have to pay first?

jclm · 26/10/2015 22:40

The obvious choice would be nanny or childminder

PinkSquash · 26/10/2015 22:44

Zombie thread from 2008.

Mumoftwoyoungkids · 26/10/2015 22:55

Here's a funny thought - that 2 year old is now 9!

amoobaa · 15/09/2021 21:20

Even funnier thought... they’re now 15!! Shock Grin

I want to know how the job hunting went as I’m now looking for work that I can do with a baby in tow...

Mummyandbabybee · 15/12/2023 16:47

Just to add onto your thread - I'm a mum with a 1 year old looking at this for help as I was made redundant at 8 months pregnant and could really do with an extra income now :) so thanks for your help years into the future :)

FUPAgirl · 17/12/2023 23:38

Wow, op are you now bringing your 17 year old to work with you? 😆

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