It wasn't too long ago that women weren't allowed in the pits at all. I always say an extra prayer to the racing gods if I feel the need to enter the pits before the feature starts. I consider myself lucky they let me in at all. It's just not a place for kids, though. Sorry, we all know how racing can be a disruption to 'normal' family life. At least you've got a place where people understand how ya' feel in that respect!