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The estimated due date (EDD) is the date when labor is most likely to begin naturally, which can be calculated using a pregnancy calculator. Pregnancy typically lasts between 37 and 42 weeks from the first day of your last menstrual period.
It’s natural for expectant mothers to be curious about their baby’s arrival. If you want to find out when your little one is expected, our easy-to-use pregnancy due date calculator can help. Learn how the calculator works and how accurate it is below:
Finding out you’re pregnant can trigger a mix of emotions, joy, excitement, anxiety, and wonder all at once. Whether your positive pregnancy test came after a missed period or confirmation from your doctor, the next step is to find out how many weeks pregnant you are.
For context, a human egg can only be fertilized within 12 to 24 hours after ovulation, so the ovulation date is usually a fairly accurate way to estimate conception. Ultrasounds can provide gestational age, but they don’t pinpoint the exact date of conception. The most precise determination is generally possible only through IVF (In Vitro Fertilization).
The Estimated Due Date (EDD or EDC) is the predicted date when a non-induced labor is likely to occur. You can estimate it by taking the first day of your Last Menstrual Period (LMP) and adding 280 days. Using a pregnancy due date calculator, you can also find out how many weeks and days along you are in your pregnancy.
The accuracy of this method depends on how well the mother remembers her LMP, whether she has regular 28-day cycles, and if ovulation and conception occurred around day 14 of the cycle. Relying solely on LMP may sometimes overestimate the pregnancy duration by up to two weeks.
Ultrasound offers another method, measuring the size of the fetus to determine gestational age (time since the first day of LMP). Ultrasound is most accurate in the first trimester (up to 13 6/7 weeks of gestation).
For pregnancies conceived through In Vitro Fertilization (IVF), the date of conception is known precisely, and the EDD can be calculated by adding 266 days to that date.
As your pregnancy progresses, your baby grows daily, and your body experiences many changes. Using a week-by-week pregnancy calculator can help you track your trimester, monitor fetal development, and understand the experiences you may encounter. Wishing you a happy and healthy pregnancy!
Motherhood Hospital provides comprehensive care throughout pregnancy, from pre-delivery to the due date and the first three months after delivery. Dr. Lavanyaa and the medical team support expecting mothers at every stage, covering all essential medical needs, including consultations, ultrasounds, delivery, newborn screenings, and postnatal recovery.
This holistic approach ensures a smooth and comfortable journey through pregnancy and early motherhood, helping mothers focus on their health and their baby’s well-being.
For more information about maternity services, visit your nearest Motherhood Hospital.
Dr. Lavanyaa T – MBBS, DGO, DNB (OBG) Consultant Obstetrician & Gynecologist Trusted Women’s Healthcare 18+ Years of Experience
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