Let’s be honest: nap time is sacred. It’s your reset window. The time you might get to fold laundry, microwave a cup of coffee, or sit down for a second without a toddler climbing on your lap.
But what if…you could use that window to build something small that pays you back over and over again?
I’m talking about digital products. Simple. Scalable. Created once, sold on repeat. And yes, you can totally make one during nap time!
In this post, I’ll walk you through real digital product ideas for beginners that don’t require fancy tools, a big following, or a business degree. Just a nap-time hustle and a tiny bit of direction.
Why Nap Time Is Enough (Yes, Really)
If you’re brand new to this world, here’s what you need to know: Digital products aren’t just for influencers or online coaches with huge platforms.
They’re for moms, teachers, creatives (ahem…you!) who want a flexible way to make money that doesn’t require 1:1 calls or clocking in on someone else’s schedule.
And the best part? You can create a digital product in short, focused bursts of time.
Like…during nap time.
I created my first digital product while my baby slept in the next room. It was $10. It ended up paying our mortgage many times over. And it was the start of a business that now supports our family full time!
If you’ve ever thought, “I’d love to start something, but I just don’t have time”—this post is for you.
But First…What Is a Digital Product?
A digital product is something you create once and deliver online. No inventory, no shipping, no customer calls.
It could be a:
- PDF guide
- Template
- Printable
- Spreadsheet
- Mini-course
- Audio file
- eBook
- Toolkit
Basically? It’s a resource someone else can use to solve a small problem or shortcut a task. And if it’s helpful for someone? You can sell it on repeat!
Not sure what makes a good digital product? Start here: What Is a Digital Product (And Why More Moms Should Be Creating Them)
Digital Product Ideas for Moms
Let’s break this down by product type so you can start picturing what would actually work for you.
These are the easiest digital product ideas for beginners, especially when your time is limited and you’re working between snacks and nap schedules.
1. Simple Guides & Printables
This is one of the fastest types of digital products to create, and no, you don’t need to be a designer.
Think printable planners, routine checklists, budgeting templates, verse cards. Basically, anything you can create in Canva or Google Docs that helps someone do something faster or easier.
You’re packaging up a solution you already use in your own life and turning it into a pretty, shareable PDF that someone else can download instantly.
Examples: A bedtime routine chart for toddlers. A weekly meal planner. A simple daily schedule for stay-at-home moms.
Tools you need: Just Canva (or Google Docs/Sheets if you prefer to start there) and a simple platform like Flodesk to actually sell it and host your email list!
2. Templates & Tools
Templates are amazing if you’re someone who loves systems. These can be digital tools like:
- A Notion board to plan homeschool lessons
- A Trello board for batching content
- A Google Sheet to track monthly expenses
You’re not creating something “from scratch.” You’re showing people how you organize your life, and giving them a shortcut to do the same.
If you’ve ever made a spreadsheet to save time, hat’s a product!
Tools you need: Trello, Notion, Google Drive (all free), and Flodesk for taking payments and delivering your product online!
3. Mini-Courses
Before you scroll past this one, don’t panic. We’re not talking full-on, 10-module signature courses with PowerPoint decks and a studio setup.
A mini course could be as simple as:
- Recording yourself walking through a process you do all the time
- Teaching a 15-minute tutorial using Loom
- Sharing behind-the-scenes of how you prep meals or plan your week
You don’t need to be an expert. You just need to be one step ahead of the person you’re helping.
Examples: Show how you plan a month of dinners in 20 minutes. Record how you set up your Sunday reset. Teach the basics of piano or hand lettering or speech therapy routines.
Tools you need: Loom (free to start), maybe a Canva slide deck if you want visuals, and Flodesk for selling it!
4. Swipe Files
These are bite-sized digital products that feel extra helpful because they save time.
Swipe files could be:
- Sample emails
- Caption templates
- Prompts for journaling or affirmations
- Scripts you use with your own clients or kids
You’re handing over the copy-and-paste version of something that usually takes people forever to write or figure out.
People love shortcuts. If you’ve ever created a system or phrase or resource that’s worked for you, chances are someone else needs it too.
Each of these product types is beginner-friendly, super flexible, and designed to be created in short windows of time (like nap time, early mornings, or after the kids go down).
The magic isn’t in having the perfect idea. It’s in taking what you already know or do and turning that into a product someone else can use!
How to Pick the Right Product for You
With all these options, it’s easy to get stuck asking, “But which one should I make?”
Here’s how to figure it out:
Start with what you already know. What systems or tools have you built for your life that someone else might benefit from?
Ask what people come to you for. Are you the go-to friend for meal ideas? Budgeting? Fitness hacks?
Focus on simple and useful. You’re not building a massive course or trying to be the next Jenna Kutcher. You’re making something small that helps someone else.
Don’t overthink it. A done-and-launched $10 product beats a “perfect” product that never sees the light of day.
Feeling Stuck? This Free Tool Will Help
If you’re still spinning your wheels trying to figure out what to make, I’ve got you:
Grab the FREE 500 Digital Product Ideas PDF.
It’s packed with digital product ideas for beginners across different niches (parenting, budgeting, wellness, education, and more).
Or use the AI Custom Idea Generator inside Made to Sell ($27) – just type in your niche or interests and it’ll give you personalized product ideas in seconds!
What’s Next: From Idea to Income
Once you have your idea, what’s next?
That’s where Made to Sell comes in! It’s a $27 mini course designed to help you go from “I have no clue where to start” to a real digital product…in ONE WEEK!
Inside, you’ll learn:
- How to choose your best idea
- What tools to use (even if you’re not techy)
- How to create and deliver your product
- How to set up a checkout page and make your first sale
And yes, you can do it all during nap time.
A Note of Encouragement
You don’t need to be an expert. Or to go viral. You don’t need to wait for “more time.”
One good idea and the courage to start is all you need.
Because starting simple is what leads to freedom. One tiny product. One nap time. One big step forward.
Ready to Take the First Step?
- Download the 500 Digital Product Ideas download (it’s free)
- Or jump into Made to Sell and launch your first product this week!
Friend, you’re not behind. You’re just one idea away. And nap time is the perfect place to start.
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