About Me
Hi, I’m Tessa — a stay-at-home mom turned part-time entrepreneur who figured out how to make more money from home than I did at my 9-to-5.
But let me tell you… I didn’t always feel this confident with money.
From Working Woman to Overwhelmed Mom
Before kids, I worked full-time, earning a steady paycheck and doing all the “right” things. But when I had my first baby, everything changed. I decided to stay home — and while that felt right for my heart, it hit us hard financially.
Our two-income household became one just as our expenses skyrocketed. Then came our second child, and with it, more diapers, more grocery runs, more bills… and even more stress.
I found myself constantly budgeting, constantly worrying, and constantly questioning whether I made the right choice. I wanted to be with my kids, but I also wanted to feel secure. I wanted to contribute again.
The Turning Point
One day, I hit rock bottom. I had held it together for so long—mentally, emotionally, and financially—but something inside me finally cracked. I had enough of feeling stuck, anxious, and powerless.
I realized that if I wanted to change my life, I had to start by changing myself—my thoughts, my habits, and my daily actions.
That’s when my real journey began.
I started learning everything I could about personal finance. I read books, listened to podcasts, took notes, and slowly started applying what I learned. But it didn’t stop there. I also started taking care of my body, my mental health, my relationship with my husband, and my self-worth. I began working out, lost weight, set boundaries, and created routines that helped me feel in control again—for the first time in years.
Bit by bit, I rebuilt my confidence… and my financial life followed.
Where I Am Today
Today, I’m still a stay-at-home mom — but I’m no longer overwhelmed, burnt out, or afraid of money.
I’m stronger, healthier, and more confident than I’ve ever been. I’ve lost weight, improved my mental health, built habits I’m proud of, and created space in my life to focus on what really matters.
Financially, we’ve paid off debt, built a safety net, and I’ve found flexible side hustles that allow me to contribute to our income — and actually earn more than I did in my old full-time job.
But more than the numbers, I finally feel like I’m in control.
I’m not just surviving anymore. I’m living with intention — for myself, for my family, and for the future I’m still building, one choice at a time.
Why I Started This Blog
Tessa Miller Finance exists to share what I’ve learned with other moms who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or just ready to take control of their money.
I’m not a financial advisor. I’m just a mom who got tired of being scared and took the first step. And I believe you can too — one book, one budget, or one side hustle at a time.
Let’s Do This Together
If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or like you’ve lost a part of yourself in the chaos of motherhood and money stress — I see you. I’ve been there. And I want you to know it’s possible to turn things around.
Whether you’re here to learn how to budget better, start a side hustle, or simply feel more in control of your life again, you’re in the right place.
Subscribe to the blog, follow along, and let’s walk this journey together — one step, one win, and one empowered choice at a time.
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