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The original was posted on /r/homeassistant by /u/dotty-spotty on 2025-08-20 22:56:29+00:00.

Hi all! I’m a working mum to a young toddler, so free time is rare. But a few months ago I picked up home automation and it’s now become my favourite side hobby.

It all started innocently with one Tapo smart globe (as all journeys seem to start) … then a month later I started running Home Assistant, and now three months in I have over 25 devices and counting. Current projects: vibration sensor mailbox alerts, adding in water leak sensors, and automating some security features into our garage.

My husband’s the happy end user, and I enjoy dreaming up use cases that make our family’s day easier.

Curious to ask: any other women here who are the “automation person” in your household? How did you get started, and what’s been your favourite project?