Just get the dating scan done at a good local lab, it doesn't cost much and gives you the exact weeks. We planned all our tests and hospital budget around the scan due date, it's much more practical than guessing.
Oh, calculating the exact day is like a fun little puzzle! 😄 Usually it's about 2 weeks after your last period started, but your gynac will give you a clearer picture. Enjoy this beautiful phase! ❤️
Tracking dates online can be really confusing and sometimes incorrect. It is always safest to ask your gynac to explain your scan report. They can tell you the gestational age exactly based on the baby's growth.
Don't worry too much about the exact day. The doctors go by your last period date and the baby's growth in scans. Just focus on eating well and resting right now.
Honestly, even I was so confused about this in my first trimester. I think they usually calculate it from the first day of your last period, but does anyone know if ultrasound dates are more accurate?
I kept trying to calculate the exact day too and got so stressed thinking if I got the dates wrong. Now I'm in my second trimester and my gynac said the dating scan is the best way to know. Did anyone else also obsess over the exact conception date like this?