i keep getting confused, do they count from last period or from conception? matlab when does month one actually start? trying to figure out how far along i am before my first scan.
The standard way is to count from your last period's first day. In my first month, my doctor allowed me to continue my light morning walks which kept me active. Just keep your routine simple and count the weeks from your LMP.
Because of my PCOS history, my periods were always irregular, so calculating from LMP was very tricky. If you have irregular cycles like me, the doctor will usually do a dating ultrasound to find the exact week. Don't stress too much, just wait for your first scan.
Calculating pregnancy weeks feels like solving a math puzzle, especially when you have twins! Doctors always count from the first day of your last period, so by the time you miss your period, you are already technically 4 weeks pregnant. Mind-boggling, right?
Just trust the process and stay positive, dear. The first month begins from the first day of your last period, as that’s when your body started preparing for this miracle. Take good care of your health.
I totally understand how confusing and exciting it is to figure out these initial weeks of your beautiful journey. Doctors count from your last period's start date, so you are actually further along than you think! Sending you so much love.
