How the Estimated Due Date Is Calculated
The estimated due date is calculated by adding exactly 280 calendar days to the first day of the last menstrual period. This is a standard LMP-based estimate.
This conventional LMP-based estimate assumes a typical 28-day menstrual cycle with ovulation around day 14. Irregular cycles, an uncertain LMP or different ovulation timing can make the estimate less reliable.
Understanding the Three Trimesters
The first trimester runs through 13 weeks 6 days, the second from 14 weeks through 27 weeks 6 days, and the third begins at 28 weeks.
Pregnancy Timeline
Week 0LMP / pregnancy dating starts
Weeks 0–13 weeks 6 daysFirst trimester
Weeks 14–27 weeks 6 daysSecond trimester
Week 28 onwardThird trimester
Week 40Estimated due date
Important Information
This calculator adds 280 days to the first day of the last menstrual period. It is intended for general information and does not provide medical advice, confirm pregnancy, or assess pregnancy health. LMP-based dating may be less reliable when the date is uncertain or menstrual cycles are irregular. A qualified maternity-care professional may confirm or revise pregnancy dating using clinical information and ultrasound.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which date should I enter?
Enter the first day your last menstrual period started.
Is the result a guaranteed delivery date?
No. It is an LMP-based estimate, and the actual delivery date may be different.
Why might ultrasound dating be different?
The estimate may differ when the LMP is uncertain, cycles are irregular, or ovulation timing varies.
Can I use this for IVF dating?
No. This version does not calculate IVF or embryo-transfer dates.
What if the estimate is beyond 42 weeks?
Verify the LMP date and speak with a qualified maternity-care professional.