when is my due date
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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