My last period date and scan date are giving me different numbers and I am confused. Apps also show one week ahead. Which one do doctors usually count from?
Haan, initially my saas and mom were calculating it from my missed period. But the gynac has the proper way, they calculate from your last period date. Usually, at the first ultrasound, they can confirm the exact week more accurately based on baby's size also.
Haha, feels like forever, doesn't it? Your doctor will give you the official date from your Last Menstrual Period (LMP). Then with your first ultrasound, they might adjust it a bit based on the babies' growth. For me, it felt like I was pregnant for 80 weeks, not 40, with two in there!
I totally understand wanting to know exactly how far along you are, it helps you connect with your little one's journey so much! Your doctor will use your last period date to calculate it. Then, during your first ultrasound, they'll give you an even more precise due date based on the baby's size.
Your gynac will calculate it from your Last Menstrual Period (LMP) at your first appointment. They have special charts for it. It's super important to know your exact week, especially if you have things like gestational diabetes, because diet and monitoring change with each trimester.
Oh, this is easy peasy! Just plug in your Last Menstrual Period (LMP) date into any pregnancy app like BabyCenter, What to Expect, or even a simple online calculator. They tell you exactly which week and day you are. It’s super handy for tracking baby's growth too!
