I Told My Parents I Joined Onlyfans—Here’S How It Went Down on OnlyLikeFans

From Finance to OnlyFans: A Career Pivot

Let’s be real—nobody dreams of ditching a stable finance gig for the wild world of adult content. But for Alexia Woods, that’s exactly how the story unfolded. Starting with a yawn-worthy desk job paying a measly $28,000 a year, she supplemented her income with restaurant shifts until the pandemic pulled the rug out from under her, leaving her jobless and scrambling to pay rent after moving in with her boyfriend.

That’s when the lightbulb moment hit. You know that flippant quip everyone tosses around—'Maybe I should just join OnlyFans'? For Alexia, it turned into a legit lifeline. In spring 2020, she created her spicy alter ego on OnlyFans, PocketStars, and Fansly, posting steamy pics, videos, and pay-per-view content while teasing followers on Instagram and TikTok to funnel them to her paid pages.

Her rule from day one? No IRL meetups or video calls. Safety was key, but so was keeping her identity under wraps—especially from her parents. Only her boyfriend and sister were in on the secret, cheering her on as she kept her face out of frame, showing just her body for that first year.

The Big Face Reveal—and a Cash Explosion

Here’s where things get juicy. After diving deep into fan feedback and scoping out other creators, Alexia realized showing her face could skyrocket her earnings. Was she terrified? You bet. Sex work, despite being ancient as time, still carries a heavy stigma, and the last thing she wanted was judgment—or worse, her mom and stepdad finding out from someone else.

Still, she took the plunge with a single selfie, heart pounding as she hit 'post.' The response was electric—fans shelled out big bucks, and soon her income quadrupled. By less than a year later, she was pulling in over $20,000 a month, enough to dream of buying a house and securing her future family’s education. But with great cash comes great responsibility—it was time to come clean to her folks.

"I was shaking when I posted that first selfie, but seeing the numbers roll in felt like taking back my power," Alexia shared, reflecting on her bold move.

Spilling the Tea to Mom and Stepdad

Picture this: Alexia and her mom cruising in the car, heading to pick up wine for a friend’s baby shower. That’s the moment she chose to drop the bombshell. Gripping the steering wheel to stay calm, she spilled her truth. Her mom? Stunned silent at first, muttering a drawn-out "Oookay... oookay," before processing it enough to offer support, stressing only that Alexia stay safe.

Shortly after, her stepdad got the news. His reaction was less enthusiastic—think a blunt "I don’t wanna know any details"—but he still vowed to stand by her. Alexia admits the relief was overwhelming, and surprisingly, these tough convos actually tightened their family bond.

Owning Her Empire as a Top Creator

Coming clean to her parents didn’t just lift a weight off Alexia’s shoulders—it boosted her confidence in her work. Now fully embracing her brand, she quit her day job last year to focus on building Alexia Woods full-time. With 500 to 1,200 subscribers at a $15 monthly base fee, she’s rocketed into the top 1 percent of OnlyFans earners. Do the math—that’s serious bank.

Thick skin is non-negotiable in this game, especially when you’re baring it all. But Alexia’s proud of her hustle, and so are her parents, even if her mom can’t exactly brag about it at book club. These days, Mom’s even curious about the wild DMs, cute outfits, and the eternal headache of taxes—proof that family support can make all the difference.

For Alexia, it’s not just about the money (though out-earning doctors and lawyers doesn’t hurt). It’s about controlling her time, her body, and her future. And in an industry often misunderstood, that’s the real win.