mission
To keep you connected during the good, bad, and messy moments of life.
story
I started designing cards in 2017 after my husband Tommy’s cancer diagnosis. Inspired by our motto, "laughter is the best medicine," I wanted to create cards that could offer support, connection, and a little light to the cancer community. What began as a heartfelt project grew into Better + Co., expanding to include cards for all of life’s seasons. In 2021, that evolution led to Five Dot Post—a name rooted in love, resilience, and our journey together.
impact
A portion of all profits is given to esophageal cancer research.
style
Our designs are relatable, funny, and just hit differently. We use high-quality materials that let your recipients know you care.
the meaning behind the name
When Tommy had his first radiation treatment in 2017, he received five tiny tattooed dots on his chest for the procedure. Wanting to share in his experience, I got five dots tattooed on my arm, a daily reminder that while Tommy was the one in treatment, we were in this fight together. When I started my second card shop, I wasn’t sure what it would become, but I knew I wanted it to be built on love, support, and meaningful connection. And so, Five Dot Post was born—a brand dedicated to helping people find the right words, no matter the moment.
Press
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SHOUTOUT LA
Meet Jessica Walker | Greeting Card Shop Owner
We had the good fortune of connecting with Jessica Walker and we’ve shared our conversation below.
Hi Jessica, what was your thought process behind starting your own business?I never had plans to become an entrepreneur. 52 days after our wedding, my husband was diagnosed with cancer. (cont.)
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STATIONERY TRENDS
Share Your Story: Better + Company
A maker and retailer that offers gifts and support for cancer fighters, caregivers and survivors.
With so many retailers and makers facing similar challenges right now, we encourage you to Share Your Story so we may share your story and help other independent retailers and creators in the industry.
Jessica Walker founded Better and Company, an online maker and retailer, in 2018 after her husband received a cancer diagnosis. “I noticed there were not a lot of great options for cancer specific cards, and I wanted to create a line that used ‘laughter as medicine,’ which is how we have combat every hurdle so far,” she explained. (cont.)
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SMARTPRESS
The Best Medicine: A Small Business Owner’s Card Printing for a Cause
For Jessica Walker, owner of Better + Co., cancer hit close to home and sparked a small business idea. To spread joy and inspiration with Smartpress’ Greeting Cards, Walker mastered the art of card printing, using direct, unabashed messaging and bright, bold colors that not only perk up patients, but also their families, friends and care teams. (cont.)
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BUZZFEED
31 Sweet Things To Send Friends You're Missing During Lockdown
9. Or an "I Miss Being Less Than Six Feet Away From You" card any friend you used to get to see on the reg will appreciate (shout out to literally ....... all our friends).
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HUFFPOST
45 Funny Holiday Greeting Cards That Sum Up 2020
Buy it from FiveDotPost on Etsy for $5.00
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OOLA
Hilarious Christmas Cards You Can Buy on Etsy: 2020 Edition
Don’t let travel restrictions and 14-day quarantines keep you from connecting with loved ones this year. Five Dot Post offers a minimalistic way to spread some good cheer over the holidays from miles away.
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REAL SIMPLE
12 Holiday Cards That Are So 2020
If you aren’t in the mood to share a photo this year, these sleek cards send your socially distanced (but still warm-hearted) greetings.
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GMA
Greeting cards side hustle turns into pandemic success
Five Dot Post is carried by The Good Snail which was featured on Good Morning America.
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REFINERY 29
The Best Sites For Stylish Holiday Cards
How could we not shout-out the one-stop-shop for everything handmade? From DIY computer templates to hand-painted one-of-a-kind winter scenes, to kitschy illustrations, Etsy is a dream shopping destination for every kind of greeting and holiday card you could imagine.
Shop EtsyFiveDotPost Social Distancing Holidays Card, $5.00, available at Etsy.
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