“This book would be a wonderful gift to any expectant parent and something I would highly recommend to anyone whoever has even the slightest tinge of “am I doing this right.” Let‟s face it - that covers any parent I’ve ever met, self included!

Well written, Suzy Martyn uses her experience as a mother, teacher, daycare provider and professional parenting consultant to bring across concise and important issues raised as a parent or expectant parent from the very beginning of the book. Listings of other helpful books, websites and, again an excellent “Resource” area of printable items make this book an amazing piece of work considering the size of the book. Most books take literally hundreds upon hundreds of pages to get across the points that Suzy Martyn seems to be able to quickly and concisely get across to the reader without needing to be too wordy or take up too much of their time.

Enjoy the Ride by Suzy Martyn is a must in the library of any parent or parent-to-be and, I'm certain, one that will be pulled out often as the child grows through the years. For $12.95 it‟s an amazingly well-priced, well-deserved, and well-needed addition to help one in becoming the best parent one can be!”

Reviewed by Beverly Pechin for Reader Views

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“It’s a handy guide to the common problems such as sleep issues, feeding questions, potty training, handling anger, providing quick answers and practical advice.”

Reviewed by Alan Caruba for Bookviews

“Enjoy the Ride by Suzy Martyn is a handy guide that provides tons of useful information regarding raising children. When I think of a parenting book I automatically think that a book of this type would be most beneficial to brand-new parents; however, Martyn’s book is different. There are also tips and advice that would pertain to those who are well past the newborn stage.”

Reviewed by Kim Aures for Rebeccasreads.com

“For the typical family, Enjoy the Ride packs a whole lot of handy information in a neat and tidy package.”

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"Enjoy the Ride was super easy to read; I loved the short chapters because I was able to read it while waiting at the doctor's office and small breaks in my day." 

Mother of 2, with one the way

"Super ideas about how to start routines and standards at a young age for the future; especially the thoughts on teaching money management"

Mother of 2 young toddlers and one teenager

“Must Have”

“If you are pregnant, have one or five children, this book is a "MUST HAVE!" I can't tell you how many parenting books I've picked up and not finished. They are so big and overwhelming and I just don't have time to wade through all the material. But, this book is amazing! It is so succinct and has everything that you need to know in a format that is so easy and enjoyable to read! I keep coming back to it because it has all the essentials all summed up so completely. When I was starting my daughter on solids, I didn't know how I should go about it. Suzy's step by step instructions on how to introduce, check for allergies, etc. was so helpful. All the questions I had about it were answered so completely and in such an easy-to-read format. Wow!! Enjoy the Ride has become kind of like a "Parenting Bible" to me!! If you're a parent, you MUST HAVE IT!! And share it with all your other friends.”

Bay Area Mom

“Realistic and Empowering”

“Not only is Enjoy the Ride a pleasure to read, it is also entirely practical and tremendously supportive. My husband and I have appreciated Suzy Martyn's wise counsel since our son's birth five months ago. Over these past several months we have regularly picked up Enjoy the Ride to soak in the useful advice- for example tips on starting solids and suggestions for baby's sleep needs. While reading other parenting books I have at times felt discouraged and inadequate. In contrast Enjoy the Ride leaves me feeling warm and upbeat, as well as empowered and informed. Hooray for realistic and encouraging guidance!”

Nevada First Time Mom

“Superb Gift”

“Families today are constantly so rushed that we're frantically racing from one stop to the next on our daily schedules. Rarely do we slow down to enjoy momentary joys, let alone reserve time to instill treasured character values we'd love to see develop in our children. Enjoy the Ride brings a pause and a breath of fresh air. It's full of terrific tips, sweet stories and excellent "how to" comments. A great tool for experienced parents and new -- and a superb gift idea!”

W. Terrado

“Do-able”

“This book offers practical tips that are "right on"; meaning, not just a bunch of lofty, psycho-babble talk. Rather, the author takes you step by step in breaking down how to go about (for example) helping your kids go to bed at night, or how to help them handle their anger, or how to help siblings build up relationships. Good food for thought as well as practical, do-able ideas that will empower any parent!! Parents will finish this quick-read book with a feeling of "Yes, I can do/try that!”

Southern CA Mom

“Succinct yet Comprehensive”

“This book is excellent. As expectant first time parents, we were overwhelmed by the plethora of reading choices with respect to parenthood. Enjoy the Ride is the most succinct, yet comprehensive, guide available. Highly recommended!”

Dr. Alice Oh, M.D.

“Baby Shower Gift of Choice”

“I will be including this book with every baby shower gift I give from here on out! After reading this fantastic book in one sitting I have already put to use some ideas. It applies to may children even though they range from age 10-17! I remember as a new mom feeling overwhelmed with so much new information. I wish I'd had Suzy's book-she speaks to the essentials, giving nuggets of truth spoken in no-nonsense language. New parents who read this will definitely be encouraged and better equipped to ‘enjoy the ride’ and thrill of parenting!"

Jana Alayra, Singer-Songwriter

“Bite-sized Doses of Wisdom”

“Suzy succinctly writes about many of the issues related to parenting in a relational, practical, and positive manner. Her right-on advice and tips are bite-sized doses of wisdom, and the way the book is set up makes it easy to look up solutions for a particular problem. The resource section is a great bonus feature!"

Sue Peterson, Author

“Get Your Own Copy!”

“Before I met Suzy, I was at my wits end with parenting and just about to give up! From her hands on help with my parenting to watching her with her own children to devouring her book, I am constantly learning how to parent in a patient, calm, and nurturing way. I can't seem to keep her book in my possession. People are borrowing it and I don't want to give it up! I don't know where I'd be right now if I hadn't met Suzy!"

G.Mason; Cypress, CA-Mom of Two