The method typically used by healthcare providers is simply to count from the first day of your last period. For women with a menstrual cycle of average length, that day is usually about two weeks before conception, which explains why pregnancies are said to last 40 weeks. This method doesn't take into account how long your menstrual cycle actually is or when you think you might have conceived.
If your last menstrual period was late April, you should be farther along than 2 weeks. Ask your doctor about this during your next appointment.
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Hello Anonymous,
The method typically used by healthcare providers is simply to count from the first day of your last period. For women with a menstrual cycle of average length, that day is usually about two weeks before conception, which explains why pregnancies are said to last 40 weeks. This method doesn't take into account how long your menstrual cycle actually is or when you think you might have conceived.
If your last menstrual period was late April, you should be farther along than 2 weeks. Ask your doctor about this during your next appointment.
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July 17, 2014 - 4:34pmMaryann
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