1. What is Pregnancy Week Calculator?

The Pregnancy Week Calculator estimates how many weeks pregnant you are based on your due date and current date. It helps track pregnancy progress and anticipate important milestones.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the formula:

Where:

• Due Date — Estimated date of delivery (typically 40 weeks from last menstrual period)
• Current Date — Today's date or any date you want to check

Explanation: The calculation determines how many weeks remain until the due date or how many weeks have passed since the due date.

3. Importance of Tracking Pregnancy Weeks

Details: Tracking pregnancy weeks helps monitor fetal development, schedule prenatal tests at appropriate times, and prepare for delivery. Medical care often varies by pregnancy week.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your due date (usually provided by your healthcare provider) and the current date (defaults to today). The calculator will show your current pregnancy week or how many weeks postpartum.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How accurate is this calculator?
A: It's accurate for dating purposes, but individual pregnancies may vary. Always consult your healthcare provider.

Q2: What if I don't know my exact due date?
A: Your due date is typically calculated as 280 days (40 weeks) from the first day of your last menstrual period.

Q3: Why does pregnancy count as 40 weeks?
A: Pregnancy is counted from the first day of the last menstrual period, which is about 2 weeks before conception occurs.

Q4: What if my due date changes?
A: Update the due date in the calculator. Due dates may be adjusted after ultrasound measurements.

Q5: Can this calculator predict my exact delivery date?
A: No, only about 5% of women deliver on their exact due date. Most deliver within 2 weeks before or after.