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Due Date Calculator

Before you try to get pregnant, make sure you see your doctor for a thorough examination to rule out any potential problems. Certain medical conditions can affect your fertility or pregnancy, such as menstrual problems, endometriosis, a history of pelvic infections, high stress levels, eating disorders, age, taking medication, and smoking.

To maximize your chances of conception, it's important to determine your monthly ovulation (when the ovary releases an egg). This can be done in a number of ways:

• By charting your menstrual calendar
• Checking cervical mucus
• Recording basal body temperature (your morning wakeup temperature)
• Commercially available urine tests

Your doctor can help you determine what will work best for you.

Using the Due Date Calculator

Enter the first day of your last period. If you don't know the exact date, calculate as close as possible. The calculator will show you your estimated date of ovulation and the expected due date of your baby. Keep in mind that this is an estimate based on your last menstrual period and estimated date of conception. Always consult your doctor to determine your correct due date.

You can also view the information in other ways by entering one of the other variables (expected due date or estimated date of ovulation) to do your calculation.

As soon as you think you're pregnant, it's important that you see your doctor immediately.

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