S.J.
MW,
I have worked from home full time since 2002. Before that I had a job and was laid off. I had worked my business parttime so at layoff time it didn't hurt so bad.
Most opportunities that you find on the Internet will require some upfront money. There is no getting around it. If someone says that there is not upfront money run. No business can get started without upfront money.
What I believe you are looking for is a way to make money from home while you raise your kids.
I have worked nutritionals, websites, prepaid legal, golf games online just to name a few.
Presently I have a virtual assistant business and I am looking for administrative type people to assist me.
Send me a resume to ____@____.com. Visit my website at DIVA Consultant.com. It will not cost you any money because you will be working for me on a parttime bases from your home.
Looking forward to talking with you.