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Pregnancy Due Date Calculator — Naegele’s Rule

Calculate your estimated baby due date, current trimester, and conception date.

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Last Menstrual Period Date

Naegele’s Rule for Due Date

Transparent mathematical methodology explained in plain English.

Estimated Due Date = LMP + 280 Days (40 Weeks)

Calculates the estimated date of delivery based on an average 28-day menstrual cycle.

Variables Explained:

  • LMP: First day of your last menstrual period.
  • 280 Days: Standard clinical gestation period (40 weeks).
Real Project Example

LMP on January 15

Estimating due date.

Sample Project Inputs:
LMP Date: January 15
Step-by-Step Calculation:
  1. Add 1 year, subtract 3 months, add 7 days: January 15 + 1 year = next Jan 15; minus 3 months = Oct 15; plus 7 days = Oct 22.
  2. Estimated Due Date: October 22.
  3. Estimated Conception: approx. January 29.
Calculated Answer: Estimated Due Date: October 22.
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Formulas calibrated against Mifflin-St Jeor / World Health Organization (WHO) Anthropometric Equations. Calculations are computed 100% client-side in your browser for absolute data privacy.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Pregnancy Due Date

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How accurate is a due date calculator?

Only about 4% to 5% of babies are born on their exact predicted due date. Most deliveries occur safely within a two-week window before or after the 40-week date.