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1. marilee

   

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   09 Jul 2018
   08 Aug 2018

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   hello everyone, day 53 feeling quite proud of myself, moving to the last lowest dose on the patch. and i plan on using that one for abit, i think it will be alright, is there a time frame when you should not use the patch? in my head it is a safety net for me. it has been a struggle.mentally and physically, took some time off work, me time :) reading, gardening and fishing with the hubby, only thing i hate is that i have put on 10 pounds, so i have dusted off my treadmill again and i am up to 30 mins slow walking, coming around again just have to kick my butt to get it into gear.i have found that my energy and tiredness were really bad, sleeping is all up and down, side effect of not smoking not sure? mood swings have finally let up. the temptation is still there, believe me. drinking water and more water, which helps me cough up all the crap. it is really gross what you can bring up, sorry   well i will say thanks for listening wishing each and everyone good luck, one day at time :)  i will certainly be checking in again take care :)
2. treepeo

   

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   08 Aug 2018

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   Hi Marilee,
   
   Congratulations on being smoke free for 53 days!  Good for you!
   
   I had problems with sleep when I first quit, too.  That is quite common.  But it will pass.  As for cravings, at some point they will ease off.  I still get the odd craving even after 1.8 years, but thankfully they don't last long and they aren't usually very strong.  But some times are harder than others.  So we have to stay vigilant no matter what, because this addiction can rear its ugly head when you least expect it.
   
   I don't know much about the patch, but I don't think there is any rush for you to stop using it.  Do whatever you need to do to stay smoke free.  And even when you do stop the patch, maybe you could switch to gum or something.  It just depends how you are feeling.  You know yourself best and what you need.  Just keep the quit no matter what.  You have come this far and now, the sky's the limit!
3. emily, quit coach

   

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   09 Aug 2018

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   Hi Marilee,
   
   Congrats on 53 days of being smoke free! What an accomplishment. 
   
   The recommended treatment length for the patch is 2-3 months. However, each person is different. Some may use it for longer or maybe less time than that. It is important to listen to your body and what you are needing. If you have any questions about staying on it for a longer period of time your doctor or a pharmacist are both great people to speak with. 
   
   It sounds like you have some wonderful strategies to help with the cravings. Keeping busy and getting exercise can be really helpful. 
   
   Have a great smoke free day,
   Emily 
4. marilee

   

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   14 Aug 2018 in reply to treepeo

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   thanks :)
5. jeyan

   

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   14 Aug 2018 in reply to marilee

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   Congrats on your day 53 Marilee!