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Mommy blogging can be fun, rewarding, and a great way to share your story with others across the globe.
Maybe you’re just getting into the blogging world, or maybe you’ve been around for some time. Whatever the case, you probably want to make it grow.
Growth usually means more traffic, and traffic isn’t always the easiest thing to produce.
Many moms, much like myself, rush into paid ads and promotions to bring more visitors to their website.
I’m here to tell you that there are easier ways to acquire traffic, and ones that will save you a ton of money.
Below are 4 tips to help you save money while growing your mommy blog.
Implement a Basic SEO Strategy
Think about the last time you logged onto your computer. Many times, the first thing you’d do is open your web browser, and then what pops up? Google.
And guess what? You aren’t the only one that operates this way. Google, and other search engines, are often the first place many people begin their computer time.
It makes sense then that you’d want your mommy blog to show up when people search for related terms. That’s the beauty of a sound Search Engine Optimization (SEO) strategy.
Start by using a free SEO checker to find out where your website currently ranks for target keywords.
Don’t have any? No problem. Check out your competition first instead. Find out what keywords they rank for, then start producing more content that uses those exact words and phrases.
Before long, your website will start moving up the search engine rankings, and you’ll see for traffic numbers grow…all without spending a dime.
Start Guest Blogging
I know, I know. Creating content for your website is hard enough. Why would you want to do it for others?
Boatloads of free, highly targeted traffic…that’s why.
Guest blogging is a great way to boost your traffic numbers, gain followers from others within your niche, and build authority.
All you have to do is browse around other mommy blogs, write an awesome post specifically for them and their audience, then reach out and see if they will publish it.
Most will be more than happy to. They need content, and you need traffic. It’s a win-win for all involved.
Blogging for other websites is completely free and almost always worth the extra time spent creating content. Many other bloggers, especially newer ones, have generated tons of free traffic alone through this strategy.
Use Social Media as Much as Possible
Billions of people throughout the world use social media. If you’re not using it to promote your mommy blog, you’re missing out on a big opportunity.
Social sharing has become the norm in today’s society. People love to share unique, inspiring, helpful, or funny content with their friends and family.
If you’re looking for another great, free way to increase your traffic, search no further than social media.
Create a Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or some other type of account. Then start sharing any updates from your mommy blog. Begin with family and friends – those most likely to share and want you to succeed.
Once you get rolling with social media, it has the power to snowball into massive amounts of free traffic to your site.
Putting It All Together
Growing your mommy blog doesn’t have to mean breaking the bank. Follow the tips I’ve provided above to increase your traffic while saving your hard earned cash.
great tips, thanks for sharing