How Old Is Too Old?

A group of us moms were talking one day, at one of Hannah's lessons.  One of the moms, mentioned that she was really sad and can't believe how fast her baby is growing up.  One of the other moms, asked how come she was so sad and what had happened.  "Well," she said, "we just took Brynlee out of her crib and put her into a big girl bed."  Did I mention that Brynlee is Hannah's age, which is 4 1/2 year old?  When I heard that, I about fell off my seat and was trying so hard to not let my chin drop.   Now I know, every situation is different and that every parent has their own way of doing things.  Heck, some may believe that me & Chiki switched our girls from crib to starter bed, too early.  As soon as they turned one, the crib rails came down.  

This particular mom is also always complaining about how timid both her girls are when her & her husband are not around.  She is always pointing out how social Hannah is, and how she "so badly wants her girls to be like that."  Part of me can't help but think that her babying isn't helping the situation.   I am no parenting pro by any means but can't help but be proud of how Hannah & Olivia can go anywhere, without mom & dad.  What are you feelings on the matter?  Do you feel that babying your child holds them back??