Pregnancy & Stopping Smoking
Great-you're ready to quit!
Try these 3 steps to stop smoking.
1. Figure out your Smoking Triggers
What are your "triggers"? Certain things trigger, or turn on, your need for a cigarette. They can be moods, feelings, places, or things you do. Knowing your triggers helps you stay in control. Put a check next to things that tempt you to smoke:
- Feeling stressed or lonely
- Talking on the phone
- Watching TV
- Finishing a meal
- Taking a work break
- Drinking coffee
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- Feeling down or anxious
- Drinking liquor, like wine or beer
- Driving
- Playing cards
- Being with other smokers
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Then create strategies to short circuit your triggers
2. Make a list of the reasons you want to quit
Here are some examples of reasons to quit:
- I will feel healthier right away. I will have more energy and better focus. My senses of smell and taste will be better. I will have whiter teeth and fresher breath. I will cough less and breathe better.
- I will be healthier the rest of my life.
- I will lower my risk for cancer, heart attacks, strokes, early death, cataracts, and skin wrinkling.
- I will be proud of myself. I will feel more in control of my life. I will be a better role model for others.
- I will no longer expose others to my second-hand smoke.
- I will have a healthier baby. (If you or your partner is pregnant)
- I will have more money to spend.
- I won't have to worry: "When will I get to smoke next?" or "What do I do when I'm in a smoke-free place?"
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3. Set a quit date, make a Quit Plan with this guide:
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