1. What is EDD 5 Weeks Calculation?

The EDD (Estimated Due Date) calculation for 5 weeks pregnant determines the expected delivery date based on the current date and standard pregnancy duration of 40 weeks, accounting for the 5 weeks already completed.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the EDD calculation formula:

Where:

• \( EDD \) — Estimated Due Date
• \( Current Date \) — Today's date or specified start date
• \( 40 \) — Standard pregnancy duration in weeks
• \( 5 \) — Current pregnancy duration in weeks
• \( 7 \) — Days per week conversion factor

Explanation: The calculation adds the remaining 35 weeks (245 days) to the current date to estimate the delivery date.

3. Importance of EDD Calculation

Details: Accurate EDD calculation is crucial for pregnancy monitoring, planning prenatal care, preparing for delivery, and tracking fetal development milestones.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the current date or the date when you confirmed 5 weeks pregnancy. The calculator will automatically compute the estimated due date by adding 245 days (35 weeks).

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How accurate is this EDD calculation?
A: This calculation provides a general estimate. Actual delivery dates may vary by ±2 weeks from the estimated date.

Q2: What if my pregnancy was confirmed by ultrasound?
A: Ultrasound-dated pregnancies are often more accurate, especially if performed in the first trimester.

Q3: Can EDD change during pregnancy?
A: Yes, EDD may be adjusted based on ultrasound measurements and fetal growth patterns throughout pregnancy.

Q4: What percentage of babies are born on their EDD?
A: Only about 5% of babies are born exactly on their estimated due date.

Q5: How is this different from LMP calculation?
A: This calculation starts from current date at 5 weeks, while LMP calculation starts from the first day of your last menstrual period.