# The Importance of Parenting the Child You Have, Not Just the Age They Are

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Podcast: [Celebrate Kids Podcast with Dr. Kathy](https://stenobird.com/podcast/celebrate-kids-podcast-with-dr-kathy-253693)
Published: 2026-04-14T10:50:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 869

## Resource

Just because a child is older does not always mean they are more mature. In this episode of Facing the Dark , Wayne and Dr. Kathy explore the difference between chronological age and character age, why maturity should shape freedom more than birthdays, and how parents can wisely adjust their expectations as children grow.

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