Pregnancy affects the smoking medications available to you so chat with an expert – a doctor, pharmacist or other healthcare professional.

A change in appetite can be one of the first things a quitter notices. A large meal topped with a rich dessert saps the energy you need to resist cravings

Understanding why you've failed in the past is an important part of making a successful attempt as you can actively avoid certain situations.

Put your thoughts and feelings into words. You could do this offline by picking yourself up a notebook, or online by starting a blog.

Rather than leaving it until the last minute, any time a craving strikes, use the time to pick out a few potential names for your baby and do some research.

With all that money you’re saving, you’ll be able to afford something a little more luxurious than your usual weekend.

A whole month without cigarettes is well worth celebrating and by now you should be seeing the benefits, so take stock of your huge achievement.

You might have noticed over the past few months that the smoking triggers you expected didn’t actually match those you experienced. Put together a new list.

Getting out in the fresh air may be just the change of scene you need to stop thinking about smoking, whilst getting in some much needed exercise.

Extra oxygen in your blood system is a great way of counteracting the symptoms of fatigue or headaches that you may be experiencing from nicotine withdrawal.

Every smoker has a different story, but that doesn’t mean you can’t take some inspiration from others who have been trying to quit.

People often smoke not because they need to, but because it fills a gap whilst they wait for something, which could be time spent in a much better way.

Your heart rate is a noticeable thing you can track between and during cravings. Find out what your average is, and how different situations bring it up or down.

It's not always a good idea to tell the world that you're quitting. Family support can give you a huge boost, as can ex smokers who’ll understand your struggle.

If you've been smoking for many years, 100 days without cigarettes is a huge landmark that you may have thought you'd never reach. Give yourself some credit.

Not just the ones in your laundry basket. Give your jeans, coats and scarves a thorough wash to rid them of smoky smells.

Forever seems a long time, so take it slowly, setting small manageable goals like not smoking before breakfast, or quitting for a week, then two, and so on.

Knowing what kind of smoker you are helps you to assess the right approach or medication to take to help increase your chances of success.

Smoking is often part of a routine which involves commuting and lighting up during breaks. For the first few days, it may be easier to change your environment.