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The Pregnancy Important Dates Calculator helps expectant mothers and healthcare providers calculate key milestones throughout pregnancy, including estimated due date, trimester boundaries, and current pregnancy week based on last menstrual period or ovulation date.
The calculator uses standard obstetric calculations:
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Explanation: The calculator accounts for different starting points (LMP vs ovulation) and provides accurate dating for pregnancy management.
Details: Accurate pregnancy dating is crucial for proper prenatal care, timing of screenings and tests, monitoring fetal development, and planning for delivery. It helps identify potential complications and ensures appropriate medical interventions.
Tips: Enter your last menstrual period date for standard calculation. If you know your ovulation date, include it for more precise dating. Provide your typical cycle length for improved accuracy.
Q1: Why is LMP used instead of conception date?
A: LMP is used because it's typically more reliably known than conception date and provides a standardized reference point for healthcare providers worldwide.
Q2: How accurate is the estimated due date?
A: The EDD is an estimate - only about 5% of women deliver on their exact due date. Most deliver within 2 weeks before or after the calculated date.
Q3: What if my cycle is longer or shorter than 28 days?
A: The calculator adjusts for cycle length. Longer cycles may result in a later EDD, while shorter cycles may give an earlier EDD when ovulation date is considered.
Q4: When should I confirm pregnancy dating with ultrasound?
A: Early ultrasound (8-12 weeks) provides the most accurate dating. Later ultrasounds are less reliable for establishing gestational age.
Q5: Can this calculator be used for IVF pregnancies?
A: For IVF pregnancies, use the embryo transfer date as your reference point rather than LMP for most accurate dating.