You’re finally ready to set up your blog, but you don’t have any idea where to start, right?
Guess what—that’s OK! It’s easier than ever before to build a beautiful website.
Just follow the simple steps below & you will be up & running in just a few minutes.
Today is your day to start your blog!
HOW TO SET UP A BLOG
Put things on hold for the next 10 minutes and follow the four steps below. Don’t wait! You’ll be up & running with your own blog in just a few minutes.
NOTE: MomResource.com is hosted by Bluehost Web Hosting. Because Mom Resource is a Bluehost affiliate partner, you can use my links to receive a 40% discount off the monthly price & a FREE domain name. Full setup instructions below.
Disclaimer: Please note that some of the links are affiliate links and I will earn a commission if you purchase through those links. I have used all of the products listed and recommend them because they are helpful and are companies that I trust.
HOW TO SET UP A BLOG: 3 EASY steps
1. Domain name & hosting
2. instalL wordpress
3. makE it pretty
1) DOMAIN NAME AND HOSTING
This part is fun!
What do you want your domain name to be?
Mine is MomResource.com. Here’s what worked for me –> Brainstorm as many different ideas as possible.
Your first choice may not be available, but you can try different variations. I can’t even describe the rush you will get when you decide on a name…. Warning: you will start fantasizing about your beautiful new website. Or maybe that’s just me….!!
Once you have a list of possible names, head to Bluehost to see if your domain name is available by entering it in the box that looks like this:
First you’ll need to pick your plan level. I’d suggest the Starter Plan, which is paid in one lump sum instead of monthly, but it’ll save you quite a bit of cash.
Below are the regular pricing plans, but for 2 days only you can get hosting HERE for just $2.95/month! This offer is valid ONLY Thursday & Friday, May 19th & 20th.
You’ll also need to host your domain name. Hosting is like renting space on the web to display your blog. Bluehost has great rates and will give you a free domain name if you decide to host with them.
You know how I love a good deal!
Below is a screenshot of the package information settings I use.
I included the Domain Privacy Protection, because it shields my personal address and phone number from being displayed to the public.
2) INSTALL WORDPRESS
Once you’ve completed registration with Bluehost you will want to install WordPress.
WordPress is a blogging software that allows you to quickly & easily add your text & pictures. It’s the most common software & I use it for MomResource.com. It is extremely easy to use & very simple to install on your website. BINGO.
Here’s how:
Login to Bluehost and find the “Website” section (under “hosting”). Click the “Install WordPress” logo.
On the next page click the “Install” button in the “Do it yourself FREE” section.
Click the “Check Domain” button.
Check the terms and conditions box and then click the “Install Now” button.
Once you get the message that says “Your install is complete!” you’ll want to click on the “View Credentials” button and write down your Admin URL, Username, and Password. You can change these to something more memorable later, but you’ll need them for your first time logging in.
Type your Admin URL into your web browser. You’ll see a login screen like the one below. Enter your Username and Password you copied down from the previous step.
Congratulations! You’ve officially logged into your blog.
3) MAKE IT PRETTY
At this point, you officially have your own blog!! How does it feel? Welcome to the blogging community!
Before you jump right in, you’ll want to beautify your blog. The quickest way to get up & running is to pick your theme!
There are so many good themes to choose from.
Like me, you’ll most likely want to start with a free theme.
There are so many free themes to pick from. You can browse through the options here.
It’s very easy to add or change themes within your blog. Just click Appearance, then choose Themes.
Set yourself up for the best chance of success by joining a community (like Mom Resource) and tapping into a network of moms who are building websites & online businesses (including the Moms featured on Mom Resource).
If you signup for your website through me, you’ll get FREE coaching from me!
You can send me 1 email with 3 blogging questions & I will reply to you within 48 hours!
Simply purchase BlueHost here (through this page only with my link), sign up, and then email me within 30 days any 3 questions you want.
In the off chance, you don’t hear back from me within 48 hours, I didn’t get your email. Feel free to message me on my Facebook account here.
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