If you’ve ever shared a product you love with a friend and said “you NEED this”…
Well, you’re already an affiliate, you’re just not getting paid for it! As an Amazon Affiliate, you get paid! 

What Is Amazon Affiliate Marketing?

Amazon Affiliate Marketing (also called the Amazon Associates program) is a way to earn a commission by recommending products

This is why so many moms are using affiliate links on their social media platforms.

Here’s how it works:

• You share a special link to a product
• Someone clicks your link
• If they buy anything (not just that product), you earn a commission

Yes… anything they add to their cart within 24 hours counts IF they don’t clear their cache and allow cookies. 

Why This Is Perfect for Busy Moms

You don’t need:

• Inventory
• Customer service
• Shipping
• A big audience

You can:

• Share products you already use
• Create content in small pockets of time
• Build income slowly without pressure

How to Get Started (Step-by-Step)

Step 1:

Sign Up for Amazon Associates; you can find this at the very bottom of the Amazon website. You’ll also find other ways to make money with Amazon in this same section

You’ll need:

• A website, blog, or social media account
• Basic info (name, address, etc.)

Approval is quick, but you’ll need to make 3 sales within 180 days to stay active.

PS! Follow the rules or you will get kicked off and have to sign up again. (Yes I learned the hard way)

Step 2:

Create Your Affiliate Links

Once approved:

1. Search for a product on Amazon
2. Use the SiteStripe (top bar)
3. Click “Get Link”
4. Copy your custom link  (That’s your money link) 👀

Step 3:

Start Sharing (This is where a lot of us give up)

I’ve learned you don’t need to be perfect—you just need to be helpful.

You won’t make thousands overnight.
But here’s what does happen: Clicks = First commissions (even if it’s $1–$5) = consistency & momentum

And the best part?

One post can keep earning for months (especially Pinterest + blogs)

My Advice If You’re Just Starting

Don’t wait until everything is perfect or overthink your niche & compare yourself to others. Everything will fall into place if you just keep putting in the effort. You’ll find what you like and what you don’t, you’ll find your filming and editing style over time, just start somewhere!