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Calculate your pregnancy journey

Simple pregnancy calculators to help you understand your due date, pregnancy week, trimester, and more.

Calculate my pregnancy ↓Due Date Calculator

Calculate Your Pregnancy

Enter the first day of your last menstrual period (LMP) to view your estimated due date, gestational age, and current trimester.

The first day of bleeding during your last menstrual cycle.
Standard calculations assume a 28-day cycle with ovulation on day 14.
Estimated Due Date
May 12, 2027
224 days remaining until this estimated date
Gestational Age
8 weeks
In your 9th week
Trimester
Trimester 1
Weeks 1–13
Estimated Conception
August 19, 2026
Approx. ovulation window
Progress
20%
of 40 weeks completed
Journey: Week 1Week 8Week 40

Week 8 Baby Size Comparison: Raspberry

Webbed fingers and toes begin to separate into distinct digits. The eyelids and external ear folds form, and early involuntary movements begin.

* Note: Fruit & seed comparisons are playful visual metaphors, not clinical measurements.

Estimated Key Milestones

Conception WindowAugust 19, 2026
End of 1st Trimester (13w 6d)November 10, 2026
Halfway Mark (20w Anatomy Scan)December 23, 2026
End of 2nd Trimester (27w 6d)February 16, 2027
Full Term (37 Weeks)April 21, 2027
Estimated Due Date (40 Weeks)May 12, 2027
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A quick note on estimated dates: Due dates are guidelines. Only about 4% to 5% of babies arrive on their exact calculated due date, while about 80% arrive within two weeks before or after. Your midwife or doctor may refine your estimated due date following your early ultrasound dating scan.
The 40-Week Journey

Pregnancy Week by Week

From blastocyst implantation to full-term preparation, track how your baby transforms and what physiological shifts to anticipate across all three trimesters.

Find my current weekExplore baby sizes by week
Visual Comparisons

Baby Size & Development by Week

Playful fruit and seed comparisons paired with clear, factual developmental milestones.

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Educational Notice: Pregnancy development varies from person to person. The measurements and developmental information on this site are general educational estimates compiled from published medical and scientific sources. They are not intended to diagnose, monitor, or replace advice from a healthcare professional.
Week 4Trimester 1
Playful Size Metaphor
Poppy Seed
Length: ~2 mm
Weight: Estimated fetal weight is shown from week 22 using the INTERGROWTH-21st fetal-growth standard.

The blastocyst completes implantation into the uterine lining. Cells begin early specialization into the embryo, amniotic sac, and placenta.

  • Blastocyst completes implantation in the endometrium
  • Early cell layers begin forming primary body systems
  • Placenta begins producing early pregnancy hormones (hCG)
Week 8Trimester 1
Playful Size Metaphor
Raspberry
Length: ~16 mm (CRL, head-to-bottom)
Weight: Estimated fetal weight is shown from week 22 using the INTERGROWTH-21st fetal-growth standard.

Webbed fingers and toes begin to separate into distinct digits. The eyelids and external ear folds form, and early involuntary movements begin.

  • Fingers and toes begin distinct separation
  • Eyelid and external ear structures take shape
  • Basic framework of all essential organs is established
Week 12Trimester 1
Playful Size Metaphor
Plum
Length: ~54 mm (CRL, head-to-bottom)
Weight: Estimated fetal weight is shown from week 22 using the INTERGROWTH-21st fetal-growth standard.

The kidneys begin producing small amounts of urine that pass into the amniotic fluid. This is the optimal window for first-trimester ultrasound dating and nuchal translucency scans.

  • Kidneys begin producing early urine into the amniotic fluid
  • Standard clinical window for first-trimester ultrasound dating
  • Vocal cords begin early structural differentiation
Week 16Trimester 2
Playful Size Metaphor
Avocado
Length: ~116 mm (CRL, head-to-bottom)
Weight: Estimated fetal weight is shown from week 22 using the INTERGROWTH-21st fetal-growth standard.

The eyes make slow, coordinated movements beneath closed eyelids. Some individuals may begin to detect early, subtle flutter-like movements (quickening).

  • Eyes can make slow, coordinated movements
  • Lower limbs become proportionally well-developed
  • Early quickening movements may be felt by some pregnant individuals
Week 20Trimester 2
Playful Size Metaphor
Banana
Length: ~256 mm (head-to-heel)
Weight: Estimated fetal weight is shown from week 22 using the INTERGROWTH-21st fetal-growth standard.

Midpoint of pregnancy (20 completed weeks). Measurement standard changes from Crown-Rump Length to full Head-to-Heel length. Detailed mid-pregnancy anatomy scans typically occur around this week.

  • Mid-pregnancy anatomical milestone (20 weeks)
  • Measurement standard transitions from CRL to full head-to-heel length
  • Fetal limb movements become noticeably stronger and more regular
Week 28Trimester 3
Playful Size Metaphor
Aubergine
Length: ~376 mm (head-to-heel)
Weight: 1,097 g (Estimated fetal weight — 50th percentile)

Third trimester begins (28 completed weeks). The fetus can blink and turn toward sustained light. Brain tissue expands and develops complex cortical convolutions.

  • Third trimester officially begins
  • Eyelashes are fully formed; blinking reflex active
  • Estimated fetal weight reaches ~1,097 g at the INTERGROWTH-21st 50th percentile
Week 36Trimester 3
Playful Size Metaphor
Romaine Lettuce
Length: ~474 mm (head-to-heel)
Weight: 2,594 g (Estimated fetal weight — 50th percentile)

The head may begin descending into the maternal pelvic inlet (lightening or engagement). Most of the lanugo coat has shed into the amniotic fluid.

  • Fetal head may descend and engage in the maternal pelvis
  • Sucking and swallowing reflexes are well-coordinated
  • Estimated fetal weight is ~2,594 g at the INTERGROWTH-21st 50th percentile
Week 40Trimester 3
Playful Size Metaphor
Pumpkin
Length: ~512 mm (head-to-heel)
Weight: 3,338 g (Estimated fetal weight — 50th percentile)

Reaches the official estimated due date (280 days from LMP). Only a small percentage of births occur on the exact due date; most healthy arrivals occur within two weeks before or after.

  • Estimated Due Date (EDD) reached
  • Fully developed musculoskeletal, nervous, and pulmonary systems
  • Estimated fetal weight is ~3,338 g at the INTERGROWTH-21st 50th percentile
The Science of Dating

How Pregnancy Weeks Are Calculated

Understanding the difference between gestational age and conception age brings clarity to your timeline.

01

Naegele's Rule (280 Days)

Clinically, pregnancy is measured from the first day of your last menstrual period (LMP), not the date of conception. A standard gestation spans 40 weeks, which equals 280 calendar days.

02

Gestational vs. Conception Age

Because ovulation typically happens about 14 days after your period starts, your baby is conceived about 2 weeks into your counted gestational age. When you are 4 weeks pregnant, your baby has been growing for approximately 2 weeks.

03

Trimester Boundaries

According to ACOG standards, Trimester 1 covers weeks 1–13. Trimester 2 covers weeks 14–27. Trimester 3 starts at week 28 and continues until delivery.

Common Questions

Pregnancy Calculation FAQ

Reliable, evidence-based answers to frequently asked questions about gestational dating and timelines.

How is a pregnancy due date calculated?
Medical providers calculate estimated due dates using Naegele's rule: by adding 280 days (40 weeks) to the first day of your last normal menstrual period (LMP). If your menstrual cycle is regularly longer or shorter than the standard 28-day model, the calculation can be adjusted accordingly.
How many weeks is a full-term pregnancy?
A full-term pregnancy is generally considered 40 weeks (280 days) from your LMP. Medical guidelines classify babies born between 37 weeks and 38 weeks and 6 days as 'early term', between 39 weeks and 40 weeks and 6 days as 'full term', and 41 weeks to 41 weeks and 6 days as 'late term'.
How are pregnancy weeks counted?
Pregnancy weeks describe completed weeks plus extra days. For example, if you are at '12 weeks, 3 days', you have completed 12 full weeks and are currently experiencing your 13th week of pregnancy.
What is the difference between gestational age and conception age?
Gestational age is measured from the first day of your last period, before ovulation and fertilization actually occur. Conception age (fetal age) begins at the moment the egg is fertilized, which typically takes place approximately 14 days after your period. Gestational age is standard in medical obstetrics.
Can my healthcare provider give me a different due date?
Yes, and this is completely normal. An early first-trimester ultrasound dating scan (crown-rump length measurement) provides the most precise estimate of fetal development. If there is a notable discrepancy between your LMP date and the ultrasound measurement, your clinician will update your official estimated due date.
How accurate is an estimated due date?
Only about 4% to 5% of babies arrive precisely on their estimated due date. It is best considered an estimated arrival window; roughly 80% of healthy infants are born within a two-week window before or after the estimated date.