There are a number of ways to go about quitting smoking.
Most people have some withdrawal symptoms while they are quitting smoking.
It's common to cough more when first quitting because the lungs are able to bring up secretions more easily than they were before. Some doctors will prescribe or recommend nicotine replacement for pregnant women who are quitting smoking. Although the safety has not been fully evaluated in pregnancy it is thought that the benefit of quitting smoking greatly outweighs any risks of these medicines. The best way to successfully quit is to join a smoking cessation class in your community. There are a number of advantages to being in a class.