Grandma Anne’s Secret Jell-O | Cup of Jo
I love making food that people appreciate — the kind of meal that makes the whole table go quiet at the first bite. But you know what I kind of love…
13 Recipes for a Beautiful Celebration
Mother’s Day doesn’t need a packed reservation or an overcomplicated plan to feel special. In our experience, the best celebrations happen at home—when the table is set with care, the…
Private Loans for College: What to Know Before You Borrow
When families sit down to figure out how to fund a college education, the numbers rarely add up cleanly on the first pass. Federal aid covers some of it. Savings…
Let’s Help This Reader Find a Birthday Dress!
Recently, a Cup of Jo reader emailed us with a question… “My 40th birthday is this June, and I’m hosting a party in a garden,” wrote Kate. “My anxiety has…
What to Include in a Responsible Asset Reduction Strategy
Long-term care planning forces families into financial conversations that few feel prepared for. A responsible asset reduction strategy lowers countable resources through legal, ethical channels before a Medicaid application is…
Finally! An Easy Top for Adventures With Young Children
As a mom of three young children, I’m always chasing after these three unicorns: 1. finishing a morning cup of coffee before it gets cold; 2. taking a family photo…
Make-Ahead Fennel Salad With Dates, Blue Cheese, and Almonds
We may receive a portion of sales if you purchase a product through a link in this article. Certain dishes subtly steal the show—this is one of them. When I…
How to Get Berry Stains Out of Clothes: What Actually Works
The smoothie incident was my fault entirely. I make the same one most summer mornings: frozen blueberries, raspberries, a scoop of collagen, oat milk. I’ve made it probably three hundred…
On Being an Only Child
A while back, we shared stories from parents of only children — the pros, cons, and anecdotes of raising a solo child. Today we’re hearing from only children themselves. Here, seven…
Feeling an Afternoon Slump in Energy? Here’s How to Beat It
The afternoon slump has a way of showing up right when you need your energy the most (or maybe that’s just me). If you’ve ever found yourself reaching for another…









