How to count first day of pregnancy?

Question

Got my positive test and now everyone is asking how many weeks. Honestly im so confused from where to start counting na. Can someone explain simply?

Usha Srivastava · Answer

I just shared my last period's start date with my gynecologist, and she calculated the weeks based on that. It's the standard way they do it.

Avantika Bansal · Answer

When I found out, I was so confused! But then I realized it's counted from the first day of my last period, and I felt so emotional realizing how my body was already preparing weeks before I even knew.

Subhadra Barik · Answer

My mother explained this to me when I was confused. She told me to count from the first day of my last period, as that's how they did it in their times too.

Rani Rane · Answer

Beta, note down the first day of your last period. Keep yourself warm, eat well-cooked meals, and use this date when you go to your doctor.

Mridula Maheshwari · Answer

Yes, we count from the start date of your last period. It can be confusing but that's how doctors estimate your due date, stay positive!

Lakshmi Dalal · Answer

Just use an online pregnancy wheel or a tracker app. Put in the first day of your last period, and it will give you your exact week and due date instantly.

Natasha Murthy · Answer

It is always calculated from the first day of your last period. Your doctor will use that date for your scans.

Lata Sahni · Answer

Haha, technically you aren't even pregnant on the first day! It's just counted from your last period's start date because it's the easiest way to track.