Top 10 Things That Drive Us Up the Wall When the Kids Are in the Car

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Updated: Jan. 4, 2016

Originally Published: May 15, 2015

I’m grateful that I don’t drive every day, or I might just lose my sanity! Did you know that according to NBC News, one of the leading triggers for road rage is seeing other drivers texting? Seriously, how reckless can some people be? No wonder they’re causing chaos on the roads! The next top annoyances are tailgaters, those who hog the left lane, and slowpokes. Most drivers can relate to these frustrations.

However, there’s another source of irritation that’s often overlooked—it’s not just the other cars; it’s what’s happening inside my own vehicle. Yep, you guessed it—I’m a parent. When I’m behind the wheel, I’m not just shuttling adults; I’ve got a lively crew in the back seat. So, with a little help from my partner, here are the Top 10 most maddening behaviors my kids exhibit during car rides.

1. Kicking the Seats
   I don’t care if it’s in sync with the music; it’s time to stop!
2. Messing With the Windows
   Having all the windows down is fine, but just one window open makes my ears pop repeatedly.
3. Sudden, Unexplained Screaming
   This often occurs when they think of something totally unrelated to our drive.
4. Loudly Responding to Video Games
   They get frustrated when I ask, “What? What?” Yet they’re also annoyed if I ignore them, thinking they’re still in game mode.
5. Sibling Arguments
   Whether they’re baiting each other or trying to gross one another out, the bickering is relentless.
6. Asking, “Are We There Yet?”
   A classic annoyance that never gets old—at least for them!
7. Inquiring About the Duration of the Drive
   They want to know how many miles or minutes are left, and they get upset when I miscalculate.
8. Questions About Our Destination
   If we’re headed somewhere new, their curiosity is insatiable, and our lack of foresight is always a letdown.
9. What’s For Dinner?
   Even though it’s still morning, they seem to think I can read the future restaurant menus.
10. More Questions After All the Others
    It’s like a never-ending cycle of inquiry—kids, it’s called cause and effect!

If you’re a fellow parent, you know exactly what I mean. For more insights into parenting and family life, check out our other blog posts, like this one on home insemination to keep the conversation flowing. And if you’re looking for expert advice on boosting fertility, Make a Mom offers great resources. You can also find valuable information about fertility insurance at UCSF, which is an excellent guide for those exploring parenthood options.

In summary, the car ride can turn into a battleground of questions and antics, but it’s all part of the joyful chaos of parenting.