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Why We Love Bobbie Formula (Plus, a Discount Code)
At Cup of Jo, we wholeheartedly believe that, when it comes to babies, “fed is best.” If breastfeeding, formula, or a combination works best for you and your baby, then go for it! (Personally, I did a mix.) So, we were all ears when our Seattle-based partnerships director, Maureen, told us about Bobbie, an organic baby formula, and why it’s the right choice for her family…
Joanna: How did you decide that formula was the right call for your family?
Maureen: “Our daughter, Willa, was two years old when our son, Conrad, was born. When he was a couple of weeks old, I was pumping on the sofa, and Willa was running around, begging me to play with her. I told her, ‘I can’t, honey, I have to pump.’ I hated having to constantly say no to spending time with her, especially when she was already adjusting to the big change of having a new brother. What I needed was two free hands for both my children; instead, I was stuck to the breast pump. Suddenly, the flexibility that formula would give back to my family became so clear.”
How did you choose a formula?
“I asked friends for recommendations, and they mentioned Bobbie’s Original Formula. My friend loved how gentle it was for her baby to digest, and their subscription service cut out last-minute trips to the grocery store. What also made me feel good about choosing Bobbie was their comparison chart. It shows what ingredients are included and excluded from all of their formulas — Organic Original, Organic Gentle, Whole Milk, and the new Organic Whole Milk — as well as how they stack up to other brands. I chose their Organic Original Formula, and Conrad took to it right away.”
What did you like about their specific formulas?
“First of all, I love Bobbie’s story of two moms wanting to create an organic formula that’s modeled after breastmilk, as well as a company that supports parents’ feeding journeys without judgement. What they ended up making is a range of formulas full of nutrients — they’re 100% lactose and don’t have any hormones, corn syrup, soy, palm oil, or other ingredients that are common allergens. Their formula also includes iron and vitamin D, so I don’t need to give separate supplements to my sonc.”
I love a company run by moms!
“It’s amazing how so committed they are to their customers. My friends were using Bobbie formula during the 2022 formula shortage, and seeing empty shelves at the stores felt so scary. But the team at Bobbies reached out to all their subscription customers and said, ‘We will take care of you. You will not run out of formula.’ My friends never did.”
Parenting can be so emotional. How did you feel about switching from breastfeeding to formula feeding?
“Some moms feel connected to their babies through breastfeeding, but that wasn’t the case for me. Being able to STOP spending time pumping, washing pump parts, and scheduling my day around feeding times was so freeing and good for my mental health. I immediately felt more like myself, which helped me be more present with my family.”
Would you recommend Bobbie to your friends?
“I already have! I swear by their Organic Original Formula, but I’ve also heard great things about their new Organic Whole Milk Formula. It’s their closest to breastmilk recipe and the only USDA Organic whole milk infant formula manufactured in the U.S. My friend just had a C-section at 35 weeks. She texted me for formula recommendations since her milk hadn’t come in, and, without hesitation, I recommended this one to her. I would have used it with Conrad if it had been available when we were first starting on formula.”
Thank you so much, Maureen (and Conrad)! If you’d like to see, here’s Bobbie’s comparison chart. And sending love to all the wonderful parents out there. Whatever you feel is best for your family, we support you! As a Cup of Jo reader once said, “Bless you, new moms. If you’re trying, you’re doing a great job.” xoxo
Bonus for all readers: Bobbie is offering 15% off all of their formula subscriptions with code CUPOFJO15, good through July 28th. See all of their formulas here.
P.S. “Why formula feeding was best for us” and 10 surprising parenting tips.
(Photos by Alla Polyakova. This post is sponsored by Bobbie, a parent-founded company we love. Thank you for supporting the brands that support Cup of Jo.)
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Best Mothers Day gifts: Show mom some love
Mother figures are the backbone of the world. Yours may be your biological mother, or maybe she’s your mother-in-law, your best friend’s mom, or simply someone whose motherly instinct has helped you through hard times.
Moms teach you the adulting necessities, give advice even if the problem is your fault, and above all, they put up with your shit and (almost) never complain.
The game plan here isn’t just to snag the last bouquet at CVS just so you’re not the kid who forgot Mother’s Day (but definitely also get flowers). And you don’t even need to spend a lot of money. (Peep our list of Mother’s Day gifts that cost less than $50. Want even more cheap gift ideas?
Skip the generic mugs and show your appreciation with a gift picked just for her: Whether it’s something to make a part of her life easier, something she’s mentioned wanting in passing, or simply something to make her feel like a damn queen, you can’t put a price on everything she’s done for you, but heartfelt gifts certainly help.
After all, they say “No matter how hard you try, you always end up like your mother.” But is that even a bad thing?
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Ban subscriptions and get Microsoft Office 2024 for life for just £121
TL;DR: Grab Microsoft Office 2024 Home and Business for PC or Mac for just £120.54 through June 1.
You wouldn’t keep paying for Netflix if you could own your favorite shows, right? So why are you still subscribing to Office apps you use every day? Microsoft 365’s price keeps going up, but there’s finally a way to break free — and it’ll cost you way less in the long run.
Microsoft Office 2024 is the answer you’ve been looking for. Instead of monthly payments, simply pay £120.54 once and be set for life (reg. £188.37). It’s that simple. And, yes, this lifetime download works for PC or Mac.
What’s included?
This license comes with:
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Word
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Excel
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PowerPoint
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Outlook
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OneNote
The newest version of Microsoft Office is a little different from Microsoft 365. But just because you’re switching to a lifetime license doesn’t mean you’ll miss out on some of the most recent updates. Word and Excel both still have AI integrations for text suggestions and smart data analysis, and PowerPoint still has improved tools for recorded presentations.
Once you’ve redeemed your purchase, you can install your apps on one computer. After that, they’re yours to use however you want. No more subscription fees or sudden price hikes to worry about.
Why rent when you can own?
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Wordle today: Answer, hints for May 9, 2025
Oh hey there! If you’re here, it must be time for Wordle. As always, we’re serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out today’s answer.
If you just want to be told today’s word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for today’s Wordle solution revealed. But if you’d rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.
Where did Wordle come from?
Originally created by engineer Josh Wardle as a gift for his partner, Wordle rapidly spread to become an international phenomenon, with thousands of people around the globe playing every day. Alternate Wordle versions created by fans also sprang up, including battle royale Squabble, music identification game Heardle, and variations like Dordle and Quordle that make you guess multiple words at once.
Wordle eventually became so popular that it was purchased by the New York Times, and TikTok creators even livestream themselves playing.
What’s the best Wordle starting word?
The best Wordle starting word is the one that speaks to you. But if you prefer to be strategic in your approach, we have a few ideas to help you pick a word that might help you find the solution faster. One tip is to select a word that includes at least two different vowels, plus some common consonants like S, T, R, or N.
What happened to the Wordle archive?
The entire archive of past Wordle puzzles was originally available for anyone to enjoy whenever they felt like it, but it was later taken down, with the website’s creator stating it was done at the request of the New York Times. However, the New York Times then rolled out its own Wordle Archive, available only to NYT Games subscribers.
Is Wordle getting harder?
It might feel like Wordle is getting harder, but it actually isn’t any more difficult than when it first began. You can turn on Wordle‘s Hard Mode if you’re after more of a challenge, though.
Here’s a subtle hint for today’s Wordle answer:
Gibberish.
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Does today’s Wordle answer have a double letter?
There are no recurring letters.
Today’s Wordle is a 5-letter word that starts with…
Today’s Wordle starts with the letter T.
The Wordle answer today is…
Get your last guesses in now, because it’s your final chance to solve today’s Wordle before we reveal the solution.
Drumroll please!
The solution to today’s Wordle is…
TRIPE.
Don’t feel down if you didn’t manage to guess it this time. There will be a new Wordle for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we’ll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.
Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today’s Strands.
Reporting by Chance Townsend, Caitlin Welsh, Sam Haysom, Amanda Yeo, Shannon Connellan, Cecily Mauran, Mike Pearl, and Adam Rosenberg contributed to this article.
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