I just got a positive pregnancy test, and my doctor is talking in weeks, but my family talks in months. How exactly are the pregnancy months calculated? I'm confused about how to convert weeks into months.
Listen, don't stress too much about the exact days and weeks, okay? Gynacs always calculate from your last period date (LMP), which means you are technically considered pregnant even before conception! Just download an app and let it do the math, chill karo.
I used to get so puzzled, like how is 9 months equal to 40 weeks! But yes, they count it from your LMP, so when you miss your period u are already technically 4 weeks pregnant. It is a beautiful journey, keep active and stay happy, everything will go smoothly!
Oh dear, I remember being so confused about this during my first weeks! Honestly, the way doctors count from the first day of your last period makes no sense at first, but it is actually the standard way. Sending you so much love, please enjoy these special days because they fly by so fast.
Hamare yahan mummy and nani tell us to count complete months, but doctors actually calculate in weeks from the LMP. When I was at my parents' house, my mom explained that 40 weeks is the full term, which is like 9 calendar months and 7 days. It is very simple once you get the hang of it.
Actually, the standard calculation goes by gestational age starting from your last menstrual period. While there are plenty of online calculators, your doctor's advice is best as they will confirm the exact dating scan. They look at baby's growth to adjust the due date anyway.
