FIB, first of all, I am so sorry, my friend. Please do not ever think that all women are like your wife. What is going on betweeh the two of you,well, you are both adults and have to handle it.
But, where the children are concerned, she is out of control. It is NOT ok to wake a sleeping child up and badger him. I am appalled that she would do that. FIB, she is doing a lot of damage. My son is 18 and I still have not said one derogatory thing against my h, not one. I want to do as little damage as I can.
Is it feasible to have a court appointed advocate to make sure the children suffer as little as possible. Maybe they could force your wife into divorce therapy or a parenting class.
Fib, in te meantime, a friend of mine has children about your children's age. She found art therapy for them to be very helpful.
I hope and pray that this ends for you soon. I hope and pray that your wife has an epiphany where the children are concerned. I wish you peace. Oh, and anytime you are up for that cup of coffee, let me know.