Pregnancy Conception Date & Due Date Calculator
Conception typically occurs during ovulation, approximately 14 days after the first day of the last menstrual period (LMP) in a 28-day cycle.
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LMP = Jan 1, 2024 with 28-day cycle: Estimated Conception Window = Jan 12 to Jan 17, 2024 (Peak Jan 15). Estimated Due Date (EDD) = Oct 7, 2024.
📖 About Pregnancy Conception Date & Due Date Calculator
Conception typically occurs during ovulation, approximately 14 days after the first day of the last menstrual period (LMP) in a 28-day cycle. Medical pregnancy gestational age is measured from LMP rather than conception date.
To use the Pregnancy Conception Date & Due Date Calculator, enter your Known Reference Date Type, Reference Date Value, Average Menstrual Cycle Length. The calculator instantly computes Estimated Conception Window, Estimated Due Date (EDD) and more. Results update in real time as you change any input — no submit button needed.
How to Use This Calculator
Enter your Known Reference Date Type — choose from First Day of Last Menstrual Period (LMP), Estimated Due Date (EDD), Reference Date Value (e.g. 2024-01-01), and Average Menstrual Cycle Length (e.g. 28 in days). Results update instantly as you type — adjust any value to compare scenarios.
The Formula
Conception Date ≈ Last Menstrual Period (LMP) + 14 days + (Cycle Length - 28)
Estimated Due Date (EDD) = LMP + 280 days + (Cycle Length - 28)
Worked Example
LMP = Jan 1, 2024 with 28-day cycle:
Estimated Conception Window = Jan 12 to Jan 17, 2024 (Peak Jan 15).
Estimated Due Date (EDD) = Oct 7,
2024.
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