For approaching 25 years now, I’ve been earning a substantial amount of money from my blogs (and various other websites) through a combination of passive income sources, affiliate marketing and various other channels.

In this article I share my predictions for the future of blogging. I predict that blogging will be one of the most profitable online businesses in 2022 and beyond.

One of the first questions I am always asked by my customers is one you probably are wondering about:

How do I create a blog and make money money from it? Hopefully a lot of money…

There is no simple answer to that other than:

1. If you are consistent
2. And keep going
3. Your blog will grow
4. And become a successful money making website

Here are some of the steps you will need to achieve your goals:

1. Decide On Your Niche

It is important to know your niche! Your niche is the specific topic or area of interest that you specialize in. It can be anything from cooking to fashion to gardening.

Once you know what your niche is, you can start to develop content that is specifically designed to appeal to your audience.

There are two school of thoughts when it comes to your niche:

Say you have a website relating to the topic of fitness and coaching. One school of thought recommends that:

???? Your website should target as narrow a niche as possible. For example, a fitness coach should only target gluten intolerant women between the age 20 to 30.

The other is of the opinion that:

???? A very narrow niche is really too restrictive and would and could actually impede the growth of your website.

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Question: Is It Normal to Have Cramps While Breastfeeding?

Answer: Cramps are a normal part of being a new mom. It’s your body telling you it’s time to stop feeding your baby. You may have a few moments of discomfort with contractions, but this is a sign that you’re ready to stop. Keep in mind, it’s not unusual to experience cramps and discomfort as a mom. Just listen to your body, and know that you can do it again.

Question: Is It Normal for My Breasts to Get Engorged?

Answer: This is quite normal for nursing mothers; the milk is usually stored up in the breasts and is released by the body when the child needs it. Sometimes, some extra milk is released by the mother to keep up with her baby’s demand.

Question: Is It Normal to Feel Pain During or After Breastfeeding?

Answer: While the pain that a mother experiences with breast feeding varies from person to person, as a general rule, new mothers experience discomfort rather than pain. This is caused by stretching and tearing of the tissue of the areola (the dark pink area around the nipple). Most women will experience mild discomfort during the first two to three weeks of breast feeding.

Question: But how can you treat cracked nipples if you have them?

Answer: In most cases, cracked and sore nipples are a sign of an overactive letdown reflex. It is important to encourage your milk ducts to let down, allowing the flow of milk that relieves your baby’s discomfort. This can be done by using a breast pump with a long, soft silicone tube inserted into the nipple to stimulate the ducts. Your nipples will gradually soften and heal, often within a week. 

Question: You’ve heard that breastfeeding shouldn’t be painful, but every time you feed your breasts ache and sting — what’s going on?

Answer: Nipple sores are caused by an overgrowth of the bacteria, candida. This is a natural, usually harmless fungus that lives in our bodies, mostly in the mouth and on our skin. When it’s not causing any harm, we call it a “good” fungus. When it gets out of control, it can produce pus. That’s when it becomes harmful and causes uncomfortable irritation. To help your nipples heal faster, start by washing your hands with soap and warm water.

Question: What If Pumping Hurts?

Answer: Pumping should not hurt… under the right circumstances. Proper care of the pump includes cleaning and drying it after use. You should also check your milk supply each month by making sure that you have let-down. Pumping may be uncomfortable when you first begin. Keep a list of all the activities you do with your baby (such as nursing, pumping, exercising) to determine what causes your discomfort.

I knew that my life was about to change when I was admitted to the hospital to give birth to my daughter. I knew that my way of life would change as well as my daily routine. I don’t think I realized exactly how much my life would change as I took on the responsibilities of “parent”. As my status changed into that of “parent,” I felt myself change.

I used to be a free-spirited woman who didn’t have any responsibilities. I didn’t even have to worry about anything. I could do whatever I wanted, whenever I wanted to do it. My life was my own, and I didn’t have to worry about anyone.

But that was before I had kids…

Now, I’m a mom of two beautiful children and a wife of one handsome husband. I’m been a stay-at-home mom where I also work.

Whisper it quietly, but most women will often admit that they miss being able to have fun without worrying about having to take care of a child. I must admit, I am one of them…

“I miss the person I used to be before I had kids.” That’s what a friend of mine said recently. She was referring to the person she used to be before her first child was born.

Somehow that comment of hers struck a chord and had me look into my own life, before I became a mom.