Why Blogging Still Matters in 2025 (And How to Start Without Overwhelm)
Confession time:
Back in 2020, I thought blogging might be... over.
Everyone was chasing Reels, TikToks, YouTube shorts. The algorithm changes, the pressure to be "on" 24/7, the feeling like your blog had to be a glossy magazine or it didn’t count? It was enough to make even a content-loving mama shut the laptop and cry into her iced coffee.
But here’s the thing: blogging didn’t disappear.
It evolved.
And in 2025?
It’s quietly making a comeback — especially for intentional, heart-led entrepreneurs like you who are building businesses with more meaning and less chaos.
If you’ve ever dreamed of writing from your heart, earning passive income during naptime, or creating content that lasts longer than a disappearing Story — blogging might be your secret weapon.
Let's pour another iced coffee and have a real chat about why blogging still matters today — and how you can actually start without spinning into overwhelm.
1. Blogging Gives You Control (in a World That’s Kind of Bonkers)
Social media platforms are like toddlers with glitter glue: unpredictable, messy, and constantly changing the rules.
Your blog?
That’s your house.
You own the content.
You set the vibe.
You build a cozy corner on the internet that works for you — whether you’re sharing recipes, homeschooling tips, money-saving hacks, or starting a digital business.
And unlike social posts that disappear in 24 hours, your blog keeps working quietly behind the scenes—bringing in traffic from Google, Pinterest, and emails long after you hit publish.
2. People Still Google Stuff (A Lot)
Yes, we’re all scrolling. But we’re also searching.
“Easy toddler lunches.”
“How to start a blog in 2025.”
“Best side hustles for stay-at-home moms.”
If your blog can answer a question, tell a story, or offer a real solution?
You’re already valuable.
And that value can turn into income — through affiliate links, digital products, ad revenue, or simple trust-building that leads someone to your paid offers later on.
3. Blogging Fits Real Mom-Life Energy
You can write during naptime. Batch posts in your leggings. Schedule content weeks in advance and still go to bed early. ✨
Blogging lets you create once and repurpose — so you’re not stuck on the constant hamster wheel of daily posting.
And if you’re already feeling overwhelmed?
You don’t have to do it all at once.
I pinky promise. 💛
4. Your Story, Your Voice, Your Way
Another confession?
When I first tried to start my blog, I thought I needed everything perfect —
a custom logo, 10 polished posts, a Pinterest strategy, and of course, a home office that didn’t double as a toddler gymnastics studio.
(Spoiler alert: I had none of those things.)
I was a burnt-out nursing student, drowning in credit card debt, and waking up every day hating the life I was building.
I stumbled across a few blog posts on Pinterest — people talking about making money online just from sharing what they loved. It sounded almost too good to be true.
Start a blog. Write what you know. Watch the money roll in.
I was hooked. Overflowing with hope (and iced coffee), I dove in headfirst.
But reality hit hard:
Hosting was confusing.
Design was overwhelming.
SEO, affiliate links, social media? A tangled mess.
I spent months stuck in the weeds — second-guessing every step and wondering if I was crazy for even trying.
But here’s what I know now:
You don’t have to be a “pro blogger” to start.
You don’t need 10 perfect posts.
You don’t even need a fancy office.
You just need a voice, a little courage, and a simple system that makes it easier.
Something FREE to help you get started:
I MADE YOU SOMETHING: I created a FREE ( did I mention it’s free?) 5-day email course, which will teach you step-by-step how to start and set up a blog.
It’s bite-sized (because we’re busy people!), fluff-free, and designed to help you take real action—even if you have zero tech skills, limited time, and a brain full of sticky notes.
Here’s what we cover:
Day 1: Stop dreaming — start your blog for real
Day 2: Make your blog gorgeous without tech headaches
Day 3: Publish your first post with total confidence
Day 4: Learn how real bloggers (just like you) make money
Day 5: How to get your first readers and build your dream future
Ready to make 2025 the year you finally start your blog? Join for free here:
How to Start a Profitable Blog From Scratch Email Course
So, Where Do You Start? (Without Overwhelm)
If you're thinking "Okay, but HOW do I actually do this?" — I’ve got you.
Step 1: Pick Your Platform + Hosting (Fast)
Don’t fall into the research rabbit hole.
I recommend WordPress + Bluehost — easy, affordable, beginner-friendly. I actually put together a completely free step-by-step blog post on how to start your blog this way so if you’re feeling motivated to take action you can read that step-by-step guide right here.
Step 2: Choose a Simple, Clean Theme
Forget about fancy. Choose a mobile-friendly design you can tweak later.
Step 3: Plan Your First 3–5 Blog Posts
Instead of building an empire overnight, start with 3–5 posts that genuinely help your ideal reader.
Step 4: Set a Tiny, Consistent Goal
Maybe it's one post every other week. Maybe it’s batching during nap windows.
Tiny goals > burnout.
Step 5: Learn Just Enough to Take Action
You don't need to master SEO, Pinterest, and affiliate marketing on Day 1.
Focus on starting — layering in more strategy as you grow.
Final Sip of Iced Coffee Wisdom ☕
If you've been craving a way to grow your business that feels human, creative, and sustainable — blogging is your sign.
You don't need another shiny strategy.
You need a cozy, sturdy home base.
And you can build it — imperfectly, beautifully — one post at a time.
Ready to start without the second-guessing?
✨ Grab my $27 Launch Your Blog Toolkit — your cozy, step-by-step starter pack designed for busy, brilliant moms like you.
Let's make this the year you finally claim your corner of the internet, friend. 🖤