Thousands of people have quit for good with our help, and studies show that you're up to four times more likely to quit successfully with our specialist help and support. Read real stories from ex-smokers to remind you that you're not alone in your Smokefree journey.
I know I have done the best thing by quitting smoking for me and my baby.
I started smoking at the age of 16 when I was in school. I’ve always enjoyed smoking. I’ve never really thought about quitting. When I was pregnant with my first child, I did try to quit by myself but I was on and off them throughout my pregnancy as I found it really difficult to stop completely.
I am currently pregnant with my second child and I am due around the end of January 2021. My midwife at Ormskirk Hospital referred me to the Knowsley Stop Smoking Service as I wanted to make a conscious effort to stop smoking during this pregnancy. With the help and support from my stop smoking advisor Deborah I’m pleased to say that I have managed to quit smoking completely. I have noticed a real difference since stopping and I’m really glad that I did it. I still work full time and I’m tired a lot but I know I have done the best thing by quitting smoking for me and my baby.
I plan to stay stopped once my baby is born. I will continue to receive the brilliant support from the Knowsley Stop Smoking Service throughout my pregnancy.
To any mums out there who are really struggling my tip would be to keep yourself busy and soon enough the craving will just pass.
Jeff has been struggling to quit smoking for years. His 60 a day habit unfortunately ended up compromising his health. However, he has manged to kick the habit with the help of one of our lovely stop smoking advisors Rita. Jeff has done amazing. Jeff has agreed to tell us his story to inspire others to do the same.
My family are all so proud of me for stopping smoking including my 13 grandchildren. With the money I have saved from not smoking, I am able to save so I can have a proper holiday with the family when it’s safe to do so. I can’t wait!
I walked in to Whiston Hospital with 40 Cigarettes unopened and I left a week later with the same amount.
