Authentic Parenting

Celebrate 10 years of the Authentic Parenting Podcast with this special re-release of episode 300. I reflect on the podcast's evolution, share listener voicemails that are honest and heartwarming, and give you a peek behind the scenes—how episodes come together, special moments from live events, and the stories that make the podcast what it is.
Check out the earlier 10-year anniversary episodes: 
Ten Years, Many Lessons: A Personal Message to Begin 2026
10 Years of Podcasting: Revisiting Our 100th Milestone Episode
10-Year Celebration: Parenting, Podcasting & the Green Stroller Moment
Ten Minutes, Ten Years Ago: A Conversation With My 10-Year-Old
Traditions, Transitions, and Why 2017 Was an Important Year for the Authentic Parenting Podcast

Reflections, Top Episodes, and Behind-the-Scenes Growth
As part of the January 10-year anniversary of the Authentic Parenting podcast, I'm revisiting meaningful milestone episodes from the archives. This throwback to my 2017 year-end reflection highlights key traditions and transitions, behind-the-scenes moments, and the top 10 most downloaded episodes of the year.
Whether you're a longtime listener or new to the podcast, this episode invites you to pause, reflect on your own year, and notice how the podcast and parenting has evolved over time.

This episode is such a sweet throwback. We recorded this short, 10-minute conversation with my daughter seven years ago when she was turning 10—and honestly, I had completely forgotten about it. The title says "Two Productivity Secrets from a 10-Year-Old," but what surprised me most wasn't just her insights—it was hearing her sweet voice and noticing how I talked to her. The way I spoke to her then is the way I still speak to her now.
Check out the earlier 10-year anniversary episodes: 
Ten Years, Many Lessons: A Personal Message to Begin 2026
10 Years of Podcasting: Revisiting Our 100th Milestone Episode
10-Year Celebration: Parenting, Podcasting & the Green Stroller Moment

Revisiting the 200th Episode of Authentic Parenting. Longtime listener Lauren Thomas interviews Anna about parenting, podcasting, and the unforgettable "green stroller" moment—an honest, behind-the-scenes look at the show.
Lauren asks about some of my most favorite guests, the top three most impactful episodes, and the most authentic moment of the podcast. We talk about interviews that went off the rails, guests who caught me off guard, and moments that challenged me as a parent and host. You'll hear about the most difficult age with my kid, the ways I keep a "go-with-the-flow" approach, the little things that embarrass my tween but I keep doing, and even why a 3-star review made me cry for a week.
Check out the earlier 10-year anniversary episodes: 
Ten Years, Many Lessons: A Personal Message to Begin 2026
10 Years of Podcasting: Revisiting Our 100th Milestone Episode
LINKS AND RESOURCES
Support the podcast by making a donation (suggested amount $15)
732-763-2576 call to leave a voicemail. 
[email protected]
Send audio messages using Speakpipe.
Join the Authentic Parenting Community on Facebook.
Work w/Anna. Listeners get 10% off her services. 
Podcast Production by Aminur: https://www.upwork.com/freelancers/~019855d91718719d11

What did it really mean to reach 100 episodes in the early days of podcasting? As part of our 10-year podcast anniversary, we're revisiting the 100th episode—a major podcast milestone at a time when most shows didn't last beyond a few episodes. This special throwback episode includes listener participation, the original podcast intro, and early production from the show's beginnings. A meaningful look back at how this podcast started, what it was built on, and why honoring the past matters as we continue to grow.
LINKS AND RESOURCES
Support the podcast by making a donation (suggested amount $15)
732-763-2576 call to leave a voicemail. 
[email protected]
Send audio messages using Speakpipe.
Join the Authentic Parenting Community on Facebook.
Work w/Anna. Listeners get 10% off her services. 
Podcast Production by Aminur: https://www.upwork.com/freelancers/~019855d91718719d11