Hi Kyh, I'm sorry if you've said this and I missed it, but is your wife hypothyroid? Is so, I recommend this blog: http://www.hypothyroidmom.com
I think you are doing the right thing re: car, as safety is the main thing for all concerned (just as Job said) ... I know this is hard, but I think you're doing a great job of staying neutral, validating and being a friend. All hallmarks of DB ... xoxoxo {{{{{hugs}}}}}
M 20+ T25+ S ~15.5 (BD) BD 4/6/15 D 12/23/16
"Someone I loved once gave me A box full of darkness. It took me years to understand, That this too, was a gift." ~ Mary Oliver