Pregnancy Calendar
Posted by admin on Friday Nov 12, 2010 Under Pregnancy
Pregnancy Calendar And Your Baby’s Development
If you’re pregnant, it is good to learn about the changes in your own body and about your growing fetus. Every week, there are new developments when you’re expecting. Your baby’s develop day by day, and your body is keeping pace with developments of its own. Find out what’s going on inside and out with this week-by-week pregnancy calendar guide.
If you want to use a pregnancy calendar, it is good to know first that it is impossible to determine the exact time of conception. Hence, it is the usual practice to count 40 weeks starting from the date of your last menstrual period, to determine your estimated due date. In most cases, women are most fertile in the middle of their menstrual cycle, or about two weeks after their last period starts. Starting from there, you’ll have a fertile window of about three or four days when you’re most likely to conceive. Pregnancy therefore actually starts about two weeks before fertilization, when the sperm penetrates the egg.
What Is A Pregnancy Calendar?
In a pregnancy calendar, you can calculate your due date on conception date or last menstrual period (LMP) or by entering your actual due date, you will be able to find out exactly how far into your pregnancy you actually are, how many days you have left, and discover more facts regarding the week and trimester you are in. It also offers tips and suggestions on every aspect of pregnancy, and information about standard tests and benchmarks appropriate to the stage you are in. Each week of pregnancy includes a description of your baby’s development, as well as a comprehensive explanation of the changes taking place inside your body. This pregnancy tool also allows you to follow your baby’s development from conception to birth. It contains advice on having a healthy pregnancy, and recommendations on preparing for the birth of your baby and more.
Your Baby’s First Journey In The Pregnancy Calendar
At the end of the first month, the embryo is about half-an-inch long and weighs less than one ounce. During the first month of your pregnancy, all major organs and systems begin to form. The neural tube, which becomes the brain and spinal cord of your baby, begin to form. The digestive system and the heart and circulatory systems also begin to form. Small limbs appear which will develop into arms and legs. The ears and eyes are also beginning to develop. By the end of the first month, the heart begins to beat.
Tips For Pregnant Mums
It is essential to consult your health care provider and have a regular prenatal check up. Another significant part of your prenatal visit is to determine your estimated due date, which is decided by the date of your last menstrual period, your menstrual history, vaginal and physical examination. During these times, it is essential to have balance nutrition, regular exercise, and the avoidance of alcohol, drugs and cigarette smoking. This is also the perfect time to clarify your childbirth coverage with your health insurance company, to make sure you understand the restrictions and pre-authorization requirements.
About the Author
For help and information relating to Pregnancy Calculator week by week visit Newborn Baby. Helping thousands of Australia Parents every month with Pregnancy Due Date and other baby related topics.
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