It is important to schedule a preconception appointment with us before starting to try to get pregnant. This helps is identify any potential problems and discuss important aspects of your health. Certain health conditions can affect your fertility or pregnancy, such as menstrual problems, hypertension, diabetes, endometriosis, a history of pelvic infections, high stress levels, eating disorders, age, medications, and smoking.

You can determine your monthly ovulation (when the ovary releases an egg) by:

• Tracking your menstrual cycle
• Checking cervical mucus
• Recording basal body temperature (your morning wakeup temperature)
• Utilizing commercially available urine tests

We can determine what will work best for you during your pre-pregnancy exam.

Using the Due Date Calculator

Enter the first day of your last period. If you are not aware of the exact date, calculate as close as possible. The calculator will show you your estimated date of ovulation and the expected due date of your baby. Keep in mind that this is an estimate based on your last menstrual period and estimated date of conception. We will discuss your due date in detail during your first exam.

You can also view the information in other ways by entering one of the other variables (expected due date or estimated date of ovulation) to do your calculation.