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Tobacco cessation counseling, including brief advice by healthcare providers, has proven effective in supporting quit attempts. This article presents findings from a study conducted among pregnant tobacco users who received tailored behavior change interventions during routine antenatal care (ANC) check-ups. In-depth interviews of successful quitters (\n                    <jats:italic toggle=\"yes\">n<\/jats:italic>\n                    = 9) were conducted during the postpartum period. The interviews were audio-recorded, transcribed, and translated into English. Inductive approach was used to code data, which was analyzed thematically by two researchers independently. Five key facilitators enabled successful tobacco cessation during pregnancy: improved risk perception through targeted counseling, uptake of culturally appropriate healthier alternatives, visible health benefits postquitting, strong social support from family members, and profound fear of harming the unborn child, which served as the primary motivator. ANC visits represent valuable opportunities to screen and counsel women tobacco users who are otherwise overlooked by the health system. 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