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Featured Cloth Diaper WAHM: A Baby Connection
Q: What Led You to Start Using Cloth Diapers?
A: Endless laundry, a smelly house, flats, pins, and rubber pants - that's what I thought cloth diapers meant. My husband had suggested them more than once, but when Dana, my sister-in-law gave me a startup assortment of cloth diapers, I knew that diapers this cute needed a second look. I did a lot of research and found cloth diapers to be a better choice for my baby, a better choice for the environment, and even a better choice economically. Thanks again, Dana!
Q: How did you go about making cloth diapers your business?
A: I want to find the moms out there that think like I did and supply them the information and resources needed to understand and try cloth diapering. I also want to encourage and support moms who have made cloth diapering their choice. I hope to assist all moms in finding what works for them and fulfilling all there cloth diapering needs (and wants)These desires led me to creating A Baby Connection.
Q: Was starting your business difficult?
A: Well, I'm just getting started, but already I've seen challenges. The biggest hurdle I've faced so far is capitol. It's taken months of saving and planning, and personal budget cuts. I've even started selling personal items, such as a stroller and some of our furniture, to raise funds - my husband cut my off when I suggested selling his Bowflex! He has however been a big help with the website. It has been hard work so far, but it's exciting and I love it!
Q: How do you manage to run a business with small children?
A: I could not do this without the support of my husband. I told him what I wanted to do and he has been there every step. He helps in the evening so that I am able to work. Also, nap times and bed times are work times. I usually work until 2 (sometimes 3) in the morning.
Q: What does your home office/work space look like?
A: My desk is our kitchen table. My husband's job frequently allows him to work from home and he works across from me. My Medela pump is always close by. There are times when I’m working, I am holding the baby or the preschooler is playing with playdoh right next to me. Our daughter's room is half nursery half storage room. The hallway closet hold office supplies and packaging materials.
Q: What Is The Most Rewarding Thing About Running Your Home Business?
A: I love being a mom - and working from home allows me to be mom. I love meeting new people and sharing about cloth diapers. A Baby Connection lets me do both!
Q: What new an exciting things can we expect in the future?
A: We are just beginning. We have the Grand Opening planned with huge discounts and incentives starting November. Also, we already have plans of expansion of products and Christmas Specials in December. I look forward to meeting you at ababyconnection.com
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