What is considered first week of pregnancy?

Question

Everyone keeps talking in weeks and im totally lost matlab does it start from period or from when baby actually forms? Just found out im expecting and the counting confuses me a lot.

Mohana Naidu · Answer

It's the first day of your Last Menstrual Period (LMP). Even though fertilization happens later, this is the standard medical starting point.

Mandira Karve · Answer

Simply put, the week you had your last period is week one. Don't get confused by ovulation dates, doctors only look at LMP.

Aishwarya Soni · Answer

In early weeks, things are very delicate. Since the calculation starts from your last period date, make sure you confirm the progress with your doctor during your first scan.

Arya Vyas · Answer

The first week is technically when you are having your last period before conceiving. Just focus on eating fresh fruits and green veggies, but consult your doctor for any severe pain.

Charuleka Narang · Answer

Haan, it is actually the week of your last period itself! Sounds strange, na? But doctors always calculate it from your last period's first day.

Falak Goyal · Answer

Technically you aren't even pregnant in the first week! It's just the starting line of your last period. Crazy how science works, right?