While flexibility is important, having a schedule that is stuck to on a regular basis can be, as well. When you put your foot down about working hours and try to maintain a schedule, it is easier to strike a balance that will work in your life.

Even if it’s a closet that you stake out as your own, having a room with a door to retreat to for business calls and serious deadline work can be a lifesaver. By all means, get the laptop so you can work in the living room as your family buzzes around you, but have a haven to go to when it’s needed the most. Doing this, by the way, can even help on your taxes, so it’s smart from a few standpoints.

If you’re going to be a work at home mom with young children,  it is imperative to have sitters or daycare lined up for when it’s needed the most. It won’t matter if your business is sales related or service, there will be some days that you just cannot be available to your family.

If your children are older, an at home business can become everyone’s jobs. Assign children chores and tasks they can perform to help out. These can include business-related functions or even just putting the kids on dish duty to free you up to finish evening calls. A little work never hurt anyone and kids who pitch in to help make a family function well learn valuable lessons along the way.

Saying “no” to the third trip to the park during a sun shiny week can be hard, but doing so can be important. When your children see you working hard for your family, they can learn by example. Installing a strong work ethic early can put youngsters on their own path to success.

Deadlines aside, getting up and getting dressed for work even if you’re just moving from your bed to the computer is important. This can help you feel better about yourself and keep you motivated and projecting successful vibes in the process.