Stop Smoking Efforts
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Desperately Need Tips on How to Quit
Asked by L.I. from Los Angeles
on April 16, 2013
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I decided two weeks ago that I wanted to quit smoking..I actually decided years ago and keep going back to it. Two weeks ago though, is the first time I really wanted...
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- When I quit granted I was pregnant with my oldest so that helped a little. I had over half a pack left and set it on my TV where I could see it. I told myself they a...
- I was a chimney before I quit over 20 years ago. First, YES it is worth it, I feel so much better. Quitting is a process, first I broke all the habits I associated w...
- I find that when I am smoking, I am much more prone to anxiety. I am always looking forward to my next cig...plus it is a huge stress to have to hide it, hide the smel...
Need Help from Smokers That Quit
Asked by C.Z. from Omaha
on January 30, 2013
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I have had enough. I need to stop smoking. I have looked at the numbers and holy cow! I am getting to the point that I despise it so much it is making me sick but ther...
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- I was a smoker, and one day I just quit. So,...I guess I'm not much help. I enjoyed smoking, but I wanted to get pregnant and there was no way I was doing that to my...
- I quit fairly easily once I wanted to get pregnant, needed Fire Jolly Ranchers to get me through cravings. I needed something oral, that was interesting and long-lasti...
- I am not a smoker. My dad was a smoker (almost 40 years) and my husband is a smoker. When my dad quit - he went cold turkey and went on vacation. He had to totally ...
Dealing with Mother in Laws Smoking Around Kids
Asked by N.P. from Lincoln
on March 27, 2008
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This is a hard one: My mother in law smokes in her house.The only time she did not smoke around the kids is when they were new borns. She used to at least open a windo...
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- My son's grandpa smokes in his home and his car. He knows how we feel about that and respects our decision. We told him he can have Caleb overnight, but there is to be...
- That is unfortunate. Smokers like her are just too selfish to change their habits. She's probably not going to change even for herself because her addiction is soo s...
- That is a hard situtation! Have you spoken with her about it? I would say that she most likely won't quit smoking because you talk with her, though. But, maybe she ...
Take 7Month Old to Visit Smoking Grandparents?
Asked by E.H. from Portland
on June 14, 2009
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My daughter is 7 months old and we have not taken her more than 45 minutes from home. Next weekend we are going to visit my husbands family 5 hours away. Until now, ...
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- Honestly, I'm not sure which is concerning you more, being away from the comforts of your own home--or taking her to see the grandparents. It sounds almost like you a...
- Use your judgement. I certainly wouldn't allow my 2 year old to be in a house where someone was currently smoking. I can't picture taking her to the house of a smoker ...
- They can try to air out the house but when you clse it up because the smoke is in the furniture, paint,carpets/rugs the smell will still be there and when they go outs...
HELP ME Seeking Advice for Pregnant Me Tryn to Quit SMOKIN CIGS
Asked by J.C. from Los Angeles
on August 24, 2008
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I just found out I am 1 month prego...I neeed and want to quit smoking cigerettes.But I resort to food,gum doesn't work...I need any advice...PLEASE
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- It appears you have much advice already. I just wanted to encourage you to keep trying, keep going day by day. Definitely talk with your doctor. This is terribly ha...
- This is just the first in a long line of things you'll have to do that you may not want to, but must do for the greater good of your child. I know it's hard - I w...
- Hi J.: Well,believe it or not, your pregnancy is a gods-send. You won't only be helping your baby,but your own future health and well being.Alot depends on how long y...
Vent-Hating Life Right Now, Broken Arm + Quitting Smoking = Arg!
Asked by K.I. from Los Angeles
on February 2, 2011
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Hi All,
I am seriously having a terrible time as of late! I broke my arm/elbow something fierce, just got my 35 staples and cast off yesterday, now I have to try to...
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- You must be an amazing person to continue on with this party when you are suffering so much. Just recovering from surgery is a lot but knowing you have to go back for...
- Ohhhh goodness! So sorry to hear about everything you are dealing with right now!! Just know that not a single person will remember if your house is clean or not, but...
- SORRY! What a rough time. I just wanted to let you know that one of my very close friends had a similar situation 2 years ago. He broke his leg badly and the doctor to...
Dealing with My Chain Smoking Mom
Asked by M.B. from Washington DC
on January 30, 2008
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I have a wonderful mother, who is very generous and caring. Her one major downfall is that she chain smokes. I've asked her not to do it around me (I'm 7 months preg...
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- "I'm considering not staying with my parents when we visit from now on, but I know that would hurt my parents immensely." I don't mean to sound harsh, so please don't...
- First and foremost - you have to think about the health of your child and your own health and second-hand smoke is just as bad as you smoking yourself. Explain to you...
- Wow, What a pickle you are in. You love your mom but your baby will soon be your #1 priority. Maybe try taking her to a Dr appointment with you and let the Dr know ...
Welbutrin/To Quit smoking/To Help with Depression..
Asked by S.G. from Atlanta
on May 20, 2010
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I started taking Welbutrin about a week ago. I know it's super early but I noticed I've been acting manic. Freaking out on my husband and child. Yesterday I had some w...
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- I stopped smoking with Wellbutrin. I've since started back (because I'm an idiot) but I started taking Wellbutrin again just for depression. But here's the important t...
- It gave me horrible episodes of paranoia. Not good!
- I took it when I was a teenager for depression. From what I remember, cigarettes started smelling and tasting horrible a few weeks in. I quit smoking for about 5 week...
Ideas for Gift Basket for My Sister Who's Quitting Smoking 2/15
Asked by L.C. from Raleigh
on February 10, 2009
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My sister has set her quit date for 2/15. She's in Orlando and too far for me to support her by walking with her or taking the kids or helping that way. I thought I ...
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- Instead of a gift basket, I would send a card at each mile marker. She makes it one week send a card congratulating her, 2 weeks, one month, two months, three months, ...
- What a great way to be supportive!! I always said if I had not gotten pregnant I never would have been able to quit. You might include a pack of index cards with suppo...
- Dear L. C. How wonderful to hear your sister is going to quit that smoking. I too had that vice many years ago. But I just quit and realised I wanted to live a lif...
When to Stop Breastfeeding
Asked by J.N. from Lincoln
on April 27, 2008
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I am looking for opinions on when it is ok to stop breastfeeding. I nursed my 1st child to 11 mo, second didn't work out so well, and was only able to nurse for 7 wee...
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- Hello- I just wanted to let you know that you should never feel guilty- you did more for your children than many people do! I nursed all three of my children- the old...
- Relax its ok to stop breastfeeding. Its very time consuming. I breastfed all three of my boys for no longer then 6 months. My boys are now 21 and 16 and have never h...
- I only breast fed my 2 boys for 6 weeks. My doctor (who is a specialist in the pediatric field) told me that even if you only breast feed for 1 week it is better than ...
