How to Build a Business While Raising Little Kids at Home

Building a business while raising little kids isn’t easy—but it is possible. On a recent episode of The Peaceful Mompreneur podcast, I sat down with Jessie Kinsey—mom of two, pediatric speech therapist, and founder of Simple Speech Therapy—to talk about what it really looks like to build a business in the middle of diapers, toddler tantrums, and nap schedules.

Jessie’s story is one so many moms can relate to. With a two-and-a-half-year-old and a six-month-old at home, she knew the traditional 9-to-5 life wasn’t the right fit. Instead, she decided to build a business that fit around her life—not the other way around. And while it hasn’t been perfect, her intentional choices have allowed her to grow a thriving business and stay present with her family in this sweet, chaotic season.

Building a Business That Fits Your Family Life

The key to balancing business and motherhood? Flexibility paired with intention. Jessie didn’t start her practice with a picture-perfect schedule. Instead, she worked during nap times, early mornings, and weekends when her husband could help. Sometimes she even brought her babies along to work-related meetings. It’s not about doing it all—it’s about doing what matters most, in the windows that make sense for your family.

If you’ve been stuck thinking you need big, uninterrupted work blocks to build your business, think again. Tiny pockets of time—when used with focus—can create powerful momentum.

Setting Boundaries Between Work and Motherhood

One of Jessie’s best pieces of advice for entrepreneurial moms is to set clear boundaries between work and family time. When she’s working, she’s working. When she’s with her kids, she puts her phone away and focuses fully on them. This might sound simple, but for moms running businesses from home, this kind of intentional boundary is a game changer.

Boundaries help you avoid that constant feeling of “I should be doing more,” whether in your business or with your kids. Clarity creates peace.

The Role of Grace in Motherhood and Business

Let’s be real: even with rhythms and boundaries in place, motherhood and entrepreneurship are both messy. Things don’t always go as planned. Jessie’s reminder? Give yourself grace. Building a business with littles underfoot isn’t supposed to look polished. It’s about showing up consistently, even imperfectly.

Grace is what gives you the strength to keep going when naptime ends early or a work call gets interrupted by a toddler meltdown. It’s what helps you remember that this season—though full—is good and worth the effort.

The Power of Presence (Even in the Busy)

Perhaps the most powerful thing Jessie shared is the importance of being fully present in the moment you’re in. Whether you’re replying to emails or reading a board book to your toddler, presence matters more than perfection. It’s not about doing more—it’s about being there.

When you build your business with presence, intention, and grace, you’re not just growing a brand—you’re building a life that feels good on the inside, not just one that looks good on the outside.

So, if you’ve been wondering if it’s really possible to grow a meaningful business while raising tiny humans—the answer is yes. Not because it’s easy, but because you get to define what success looks like in this season.

Want Help Creating Rhythms That Actually Work?

If you’re ready to build a business and be present with your family, you don’t have to figure it all out alone. I created a free guide called Healthy Sustainable Weekly Rhythms to help you design your week in a way that feels peaceful, productive, and flexible.

It’s the exact framework I teach moms who want to build a business without burning out or missing the moments that matter most.

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