How accurate is a due date?
Only about 5 percent of babies arrive on their due date. Most arrive within two weeks either side. Ultrasound in early pregnancy is more accurate than the last-period method, and your clinician may adjust the date based on it.
What if my cycles are irregular?
The last-period method is least reliable with irregular cycles. Ask your clinician for an early ultrasound, which measures the baby and gives a better estimate.
How does cycle length change the date?
The calculator adds one day for each day your cycle exceeds 28 days, and subtracts one for each day shorter. A 32-day cycle moves the due date four days later.
What are the trimesters?
The first trimester runs to about week 13, the second from week 14 to about week 27, and the third from week 28 to delivery. Trimesters are a convenient way to group milestones, not a medical boundary.
Should I rely on this for medical decisions?
No. This is an estimate for planning. Confirm your due date and pregnancy care with a midwife, doctor or other qualified clinician, especially if you have a complicated pregnancy.
Is my pregnancy information stored?
No. The dates you enter are used only in your browser and nothing is saved.