To figure out your pregnancy due date, you'll need key details like the first day of your last menstrual period (LMP). Without that info (or conception date/ultrasound data), I can't calculate a specific date for you—it's best to consult your doctor for personalized accuracy.

Standard Calculation Method

The most common approach is Naegele’s Rule , used by healthcare pros worldwide.

  • Start with the first day of your LMP.
  • Add 1 year (or adjust if needed).
  • Subtract 3 months.
  • Add 7 days.

Example : LMP on February 9, 2026 (today's date for illustration):

  • Year forward: February 9, 2027.
  • Subtract 3 months: November 9, 2026.
  • Add 7 days: November 16, 2026.

This assumes a 28-day cycle with ovulation around day 14; full term is ~40 weeks (280 days) from LMP.

Adjustments for Real Life

Not everyone's cycle matches the "average"—here's how to tweak:

Scenario| Adjustment Method| Example Due Date Shift
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Longer cycle (e.g., 35 days)| Add extra days to LMP before applying rule (e.g., +21 days for 35-day cycle) 1| Later by ~1 week
Known conception date| Add 266 days (38 weeks) instead 3| Earlier estimate possible
IVF/ART| Use embryo transfer date + specific weeks (e.g., 261 days for day-5 blastocyst) 25| Precise, lab-based
Irregular cycles| Rely on early ultrasound (most accurate up to 14 weeks) 5| Overrides LMP by 5-7 days

Only ~4% of babies arrive exactly on due date—most come between 37-42 weeks.

Why It Matters Now (Feb 2026)

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TL;DR Bottom : Due dates are estimates—use LMP via Naegele’s Rule for ~November if starting today, but see your OB for ultrasound confirmation.

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