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Due date & pregnancy timeline

Pregnancy Calculator: Due Date, Gestational Roadmap & Weight Gain

Track your pregnancy timeline and milestones.

Client-side only, pregnancy inputs stay in your browser.

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Method

Pre-pregnancy (IOM weight band)

Height (ft / in)

BMI 24.0, Normal. For gain range only.

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Roadmap

Estimated due date Wednesday, November 25, 2026. 12 weeks 0 days from last menstrual period. About 196 days until the due date. Term framing: Preterm.

Gestational age
12w 0d
From LMP, not conception.
Birth term status
Preterm
0 wk40 wk
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Weight gain target (IOM)

25–35 lb total (Normal BMI)

Modeled range at 12 wk: ~7.5–10.5 lb gained so far.

37–42 week window
Early term (37 wk)
Nov 4, 2026
Full term (39 wk)
Nov 18, 2026
Late term (41 wk)
Dec 2, 2026

Milestones

  • First ultrasound windowApr 15, 2026
  • End of 1st trimesterMay 13, 2026
  • Anatomy scan window (18–22 wks)Jun 24, 2026
  • End of 2nd trimesterSep 2, 2026
  • Early termNov 4, 2026
  • Estimated due dateNov 25, 2026

Symptoms & red flags

Nausea, fatigue, breast tenderness, and frequent urination are common early symptoms. Discuss anything that worries you with your clinician.

Red flags, seek urgent care

  • Vaginal bleeding or spottingSeek immediate medical attention.
  • Blurred vision or visual changesCan indicate preeclampsia.
  • Severe or persistent headacheSeek care if not relieved by rest/acetaminophen.
  • Decreased or no fetal movementContact provider right away.
  • Regular contractions before 37 weeksCould be preterm labor.
  • Leaking fluid (possible rupture of membranes)Seek care immediately.

Detection & testing

hCG is what most tests measure. Serum tests can pick up pregnancy earlier than many urine kits. Home tests are often reliable from the missed period onward (~4 weeks gestational age). Track cycles and follow kit instructions.

Exercise in pregnancy

For many people, moderate aerobic and strength work stays safe and helpful. Avoid high fall risk, contact sports, and overheating. Complications may change what is appropriate, follow your obstetric or midwifery team.

Medications & prenatal vitamins

Pregnancy drug categories (A–X) help frame risk; always confirm with a prescriber. Folic acid (B9), often 400–800 mcg daily before and in early pregnancy, supports neural tube development, starting before conception is ideal when possible.

Pregnancy Calculator: Gestational Roadmap & Management

Why does a single due date feel wrong? Because pregnancy isn't a deadline, it's a window. These insights explain why planning around a roadmap (instead of one day) reduces anxiety, why your starting weight shapes your gain target, and why the date you enter matters more than the method you pick.

Gestational Intelligence

Why a Roadmap Instead of a Single Date

Fixating on one day sets you up for stress when that day passes.
The calculator gives you a full picture: EDD, gestational age, term status, weight targets, and milestones. When you see your early-term and full-term dates, you stop asking "Am I late?" and start thinking "I'm in the window." That shift is what the roadmap is for, planning and peace of mind, not a countdown to one date.

Why Your Term Window Matters

Knowing when you're "in the window" changes how you prepare.
Before early term, you're not yet in the typical delivery range. Once you hit early term, baby could safely arrive; full term is the sweet spot. The tool shows those dates so you know when to be ready, mentally and practically, instead of guessing from a single due date.

Why Target Gain Isn't One Number

Your body's needs depend on where you started.
Someone who began underweight has different recommendations than someone who began in a higher BMI range. The calculator uses your height and pre-pregnancy weight so your target reflects your starting point, not a one-size-fits-all number. That's why the tool asks for those inputs before showing a range.

Why the Date You Enter Matters

The more precise your starting point, the more useful your roadmap.
If you have a confirmed EDD from your provider, use it. If you have an ultrasound date and gestational age, that's often more accurate than LMP alone. IVF patients have the most precise timing. The calculator supports all of these, pick the method that matches what you actually know, and the rest of the timeline follows.

Pregnancy Calculator: Due Date, Gestational Roadmap & Weight Gain | 2026

Pregnancy calculator and due date calculator: due date by last period, IVF transfer due date estimator, pregnancy weight gain by BMI. Signs of early pregnancy detection, term window (37–42 weeks). Client-side only, no data sent.

What This Pregnancy Calculator Does & Who It's For

Calculator Purpose & Outputs

This pregnancy calculator and due date calculator provides a complete gestational roadmap, not just a single date. Choose your method: due date (confirmed), last period (LMP), ultrasound, conception date, or IVF transfer (3-day or 5-day embryo). Get estimated due date (EDD), current gestational age, birth term status, pregnancy weight gain target by pre-pregnancy BMI, key milestones, and the 37–42 week term window.
  • What You'll Get:

    Estimated Due Date (EDD): Typically 280 days from LMP (or from ultrasound/conception/IVF logic). Only ~4% of births occur exactly on this date.

    Gestational Age: Current pregnancy age in weeks and days, based on LMP-derived dating.

    Birth Term Status: Preterm (<37 wks), early term (37–38), full term (39–40), late term (41), or postterm (42+).

    Weight Gain Target: Institute of Medicine ranges (e.g. 25–35 lbs for normal BMI) and ideal gain at your current week.

    Key Milestones: First ultrasound window, end of 1st trimester, anatomy scan window, early/full/late term dates.

    Privacy: No pregnancy or biometric data sent to any server, client-side only.

  • Calculation Methods:

    Due Date: Enter your confirmed EDD.

    Last Period (LMP): First day of last period + average cycle length (Naegele-style with adjustment).

    Ultrasound: Scan date + gestational age at scan (weeks + days) to derive EDD.

    Conception Date: Conception date + 266 days.

    IVF Transfer: Transfer date + 261 days (5-day blastocyst) or 263 days (3-day embryo), IVF transfer due date estimator.

  • Ideal Users:

    Anyone using a due date calculator by last period: Enter LMP and cycle length for EDD and full roadmap.

    IVF patients: Use the IVF transfer due date estimator (3-day or 5-day) for precise dating.

    People asking "How much weight should I gain?": Enter height and pre-pregnancy weight for pregnancy weight gain by BMI (IOM ranges).

    Those curious about signs of early pregnancy detection: See the Detection and Testing section and FAQ; then enter your best available date (LMP or other) into the calculator.

  • Accuracy & Limitations:
    EDD is a statistical center; most births occur within 2 weeks before or after. LMP method assumes regular cycles; ultrasound and IVF are more precise. Weight targets are IOM guidelines, not personalized medical advice. This tool is for educational and planning only, not a substitute for prenatal care.

How to Use This Calculator

Choose your most accurate calculation method from the dropdown: Due Date (enter a provider-confirmed EDD), Last Period (enter the first day of your last period and your average cycle length), Ultrasound (enter scan date plus gestational age at scan), Conception Date (enter the date of known conception), or IVF Transfer (enter transfer date and select 3-day or 5-day embryo). Next, enter your height and pre-pregnancy weight so the calculator can determine your BMI category and IOM weight gain target. The results panel shows your estimated due date, current gestational age in weeks and days, birth term status (preterm through postterm), key milestones (first ultrasound window, end of first trimester, anatomy scan window), and the recommended weight gain range at your current week. Use the most precise input available. IVF transfer and ultrasound dates are typically more accurate than LMP alone.

Pregnancy Detection and Testing

Detection and Testing: hCG Blood vs Urine

Pregnancy tests detect the hormone hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin). Accuracy and timing differ by test type.
  • Blood Tests (Serum hCG):
    Can detect pregnancy 6–8 days after fertilization. More sensitive than home urine tests and can provide quantitative levels. Used for early confirmation and to monitor doubling in early pregnancy.
  • Home Urine Tests:
    Typically accurate from the day of your missed period (around 4 weeks gestational age). Some "early" kits claim a few days before missed period. For signs of early pregnancy detection, track your period and test after a missed period or with a sensitive early-test kit.
  • Using the Calculator After a Positive Test:
    Once you have a positive test, use your last period date (or conception/IVF date if known) in this pregnancy calculator to get your due date, gestational age, term window, and weight gain target.

Management Pillars: Safe Medication & Prenatal Vitamins

Medication Categories and Prenatal Vitamins

Medication in pregnancy is classified (A, B, C, D, X). Category A and B are generally considered safe; C may be used if benefit outweighs risk; D and X are avoided when possible. Always check with your provider before taking any medication.
  • Prenatal Vitamins & B9 (Folic Acid):
    Prenatal vitamins, especially B9 (folic acid), are important: 400–800 mcg daily before and during early pregnancy reduces the risk of neural tube defects. Start folic acid before conception if possible.
  • Exercise Safety:
    Is it safe to exercise during pregnancy? For most people, yes. Moderate aerobic and strength exercise is generally safe and beneficial. Avoid contact sports, high fall risk, and excessive heat. Get clearance from your obstetric or midwifery provider.

Due Date Formulas (LMP, Ultrasound, Conception, IVF)

How the Pregnancy Calculator Derives Your EDD

Due date calculator logic by method: LMP + 280 days (with cycle-length adjustment for non-28-day cycles). Ultrasound: EDD = scan date + (280 − gestational days at scan). Conception: conception date + 266 days. IVF transfer due date estimator: 5-day blastocyst = transfer date + 261 days; 3-day embryo = transfer date + 263 days. Pregnancy weight gain by BMI follows Institute of Medicine (IOM) guidelines: underweight 28–40 lbs, normal 25–35 lbs, overweight 15–25 lbs, obese 11–20 lbs.
  • Term Window (37–42 Weeks):
    The calculator shows early term (37 wks), full term (39 wks), and late term (41 wks) dates so you can see your delivery window at a glance. Preterm is <37 weeks; postterm is 42+ weeks. Only about 4% of births occur exactly on the EDD, most fall within this window.

Pregnancy Calculator FAQ

How accurate is my due date?

Only about 4% of births occur exactly on the due date. The estimated due date (EDD) is typically 280 days (40 weeks) from the first day of your last period and is best thought of as the center of a 37–42 week window. Early first-trimester ultrasound can refine the date; IVF transfer dates are among the most accurate because fertilization timing is known. Use this pregnancy calculator to see your EDD, gestational age, and term window.

How much weight should I gain during pregnancy?

Recommended pregnancy weight gain depends on your pre-pregnancy BMI (Institute of Medicine guidelines). Underweight (BMI <18.5): 28–40 lbs. Normal (BMI 18.5–24.9): 25–35 lbs. Overweight (BMI 25–29.9): 15–25 lbs. Obese (BMI ≥30): 11–20 lbs. This pregnancy calculator uses your height and pre-pregnancy weight to show your target range and ideal gain at your current gestational week.

Is it safe to exercise during pregnancy?

For most people, yes. Moderate aerobic and strength exercise is generally safe and beneficial during pregnancy. Avoid contact sports, high fall risk, and activities that raise core body temperature excessively. If you have complications (e.g. placenta previa, preterm labor risk), your provider may restrict exercise. Always get clearance from your obstetric or midwifery provider before starting or continuing a workout routine.

How do I calculate my due date by last period?

Add 280 days (40 weeks) to the first day of your last menstrual period (LMP). If your cycle isn’t 28 days, adjust: for example, a 32-day cycle adds 4 extra days to your EDD. This pregnancy calculator supports LMP plus average cycle length, and also due date, ultrasound, conception date, and IVF transfer methods for a full gestational roadmap.

How is an IVF transfer due date estimated?

For a 5-day blastocyst transfer, add 261 days to the transfer date. For a 3-day embryo transfer, add 263 days. IVF due dates are among the most accurate because the fertilization timeline is known. This pregnancy calculator includes an IVF transfer option with 3-day or 5-day embryo type for an IVF transfer due date estimator.

What are signs of early pregnancy detection?

Early signs can include missed period, nausea, fatigue, tender breasts, and frequent urination. Pregnancy is detected by hCG: blood tests can detect pregnancy 6–8 days after fertilization; home urine tests are typically accurate from the day of your missed period (~4 weeks gestational age). For signs of early pregnancy detection, test after a missed period or with a sensitive early-test kit.

What is preterm vs full term vs late term?

Preterm is before 37 weeks. Early term is 37–38 weeks; full term is 39–40 weeks (optimal window); late term is 41 weeks; postterm is 42+ weeks. This pregnancy calculator shows your current birth term status and the dates for early term, full term, and late term based on your due date.

Sources & citations

References used for the calculation method and definitions. Links open in a new tab when available.

[1]
ACOG Committee Opinion No. 700: Methods for Estimating the Due Date

American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists guidance on pregnancy dating methods, including LMP-based calculation, ultrasound, and gestational age determination.

Fitness Reference Note

Informational Use: These calculations (BMI, Calories, etc.) are based on standard statistical formulas and are intended for general reference and goal-setting purposes only.

Consult Experts: This tool does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Results may not be accurate for athletes, pregnant individuals, or those with underlying health conditions.

Health Safety: Always consult with a healthcare professional or qualified trainer before beginning any new diet or intensive exercise program.

Privacy First: All calculations are performed locally in your browser. No health data is stored or transmitted to any server.

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