Jamie Ballard
Contributing Writer
Jamie Ballard (she/her) is a freelance writer and editor who covers news, lifestyle, and entertainment topics, including sex and relationships, TV, movies, books, health, pets, food and drinks, pop culture, shopping, and personal finance. She regularly contributes to Cosmopolitan, Woman’s Day, Good Housekeeping, and YouGov, among other publications. When she’s not working, you can find her running, traveling, or scrolling TikTok. Follow her on Twitter.
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This frustration-free method will make your linen closet look amazing.
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Don't panic! These lab-approved strategies will save your garments.
75 Easy, Crowd-Pleasing Thanksgiving Appetizers to Get the Party Started
Feed a crowd with these impressive bites.
11 Laundry Habits That Are Secretly Ruining Your Clothes, According to Pros
It's worth taking a few minutes to empty out pockets and button everything up.
13 Surprising Things You Should Never Put in the Dishwasher
We hate to tell you this, but that nonstick cookware should be hand-washed.
10 ‘Old-School’ Cleaning Tricks from Grandma You Should Stop Doing ASAP
We fact-checked grandma's cleaning hacks so you don't have to.
A Laundry Pro Reveals How Long You Can Leave Wet Clothes in the Washer
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When You Should Use the Presoak Cycle and Why Laundry Pros Swear By It
The presoak cycle is great for dirty duds like sports uniforms, heavily-stained clothing, tablecloths and anything else that needs a deeper clean.
8 Bad Cleaning Habits the Pros Say You Should Break Right Now
Turns out, it’s actually important to change the vacuum filter — plus more cleaning tips the pros swear by.
9 Cleaning Mistakes the Pros Say You’re Probably Making
Avoiding these cleaning pitfalls can help you tidy your home more safely and speedier.
How to Clean Windows Without Streaks — The Expert-Approved Method That Works Every Time
Learn the top mistakes to avoid and the best cleaners to use, including a homemade solution.
155 Funny Knock Knock Jokes for Kids And Adults Who Love to Laugh
Orange you glad we compiled all these jokes for you?
11 Surprising Things You Didn’t Know About October Birthdays
Did you know people born in October have healthier hearts?
55 Easy Halloween Appetizers for the Most Frightful Party of the Year
Fuel up on these spooky bites before trick-or-treating this year!
35 Thoughtful Rosh Hashanah Greetings to Celebrate the New Year
Shanah tovah!
All the September Holidays and Observances to Add to Your Calendar
You don't want to skip National Chocolate Milkshake Day, do you?
21 Unique Baby Names That Start with X
These names truly bring that x-factor to your family.
21 Vintage Birthday Photos That Capture Celebrations Through the Decades
Oh, did you not have a baby elephant at your 21st birthday like Brooke Shields did?
How ‘The Office’ Cast Has Changed Over the Years: Then and Now
Can you believe it's been 20 years since 'The Office' first aired??
16 Healthier Sandwiches Perfect for Bringing to Work and School
These veggie-packed, hand-held meals are all you need!
50 Healthier Chicken Recipes for a Nutritious Weeknight Meal
Better-for-you dinner ideas that are loaded with veggies!
75 Easy Family Dinner Ideas for Every Night of the Week
Quick and shareable meals for everyone at the table.
24 Summer Cocktails Made for Summer Sipping
Warm weather means margaritas, mocktails and more!
'Malcolm in the Middle' Cast Photos: Then and Now
You won't guess what Frankie Muniz is up to now.
'Today' Host Jenna Bush Hager Reveals What's Next for Her New Publishing Imprint
Make room on your TBR list for (at least) eight books!
55 Touching and Funny Birthday Wishes for Your Niece
For the aunt or uncle who wants to say "happy birthday" in the best words.
The Best July Baby Names for Your Sunny New Arrival
These solar-powered names are charming and unique.
14 Big Mistakes People Make When Flying, According to Travel Pros
Travel is stressful enough. Here's how to avoid any hiccups the next time you fly.
90 Sweet Father’s Day Captions to Share With Your Entire Timeline
Funny jokes and heartfelt quotes to honor Dad on Instagram or Facebook.
135 Best Birthday Wishes for Your Husband, From Sweet to Funny
Write something heartwarming in a card or text him funny notes throughout the day.
100 Special "Happy Birthday" Wishes for Your Boyfriend
We have sweet and romantic messages that are sure to make him smile.
61 Best Father's Day Activities to Make Dad's Day Extra Special
He can spend the day relaxing alone or trying something new that's fun for the whole family.