DF quit smoking today- what can I do to help?

[Ella]

As the title says, my wonderful DF has quit smoking today!!! woo hoo so proud of him and hope so much that he can do it for good!

Anyhow I'm wondering what any ex-smokers or anyone can suggest that I can do to help him. I know I can't take away the cravings or the temptation to get a pack, but is there anything that will make it just a little easier?

[Party-of-five]

be nice to him and forgive him if he is a bit grumpy and If possible do as much as you can to keep him occupied. I found I was fine when busy but once i was bored Id crave a smoke.
Good luck to your DH

[LimeSlice]

Buy him a copy of Alan Carr's book.

And don't talk about it.

[Ella]

Lime- I think that will be the hardest thing for me, I talk about everything that is happening for me, but I know DF is not a talker when he's going through something so I need to try and not ask him if he's ok etc. Wish I could do this for him cause I can see how hard it is and I hate watching him go through it.

[LimeSlice]

Yeah I can understand that... But all it does is make you think about it which makes you want a smoke.
Like quit ads - worst thing ever for those who are already trying to quit. Right when you havent thought about one for ages the bloody ad comes on andreminds you and all you want is a smoke lol. Uselss.

Anyway Alan Carr's book is most definitely his best bet from my experience. All the best

[human bean]

I second the Alan Carr book, and I warned my DH when I quit that if I wanted to talk about it I would, so he wasn't to even think about mentioning it if I hadn't. You'll just have to try and judge it the best you can, and be prepared for some grumpiness. I remember about Day 5 for me, DH came up to me and gave me a hug and said he was so very proud of me and that I smelt awesome. I will never forget that, gave me a real boost, and he never actually mentioned smoking lol

Good luck to your DH, who is now a non-smoker