Introducing My New IVF Due Date Calculator: Simplifying Your Journey to Parenthood

Pregnancy is a journey filled with anticipation and excitement, and for many undergoing IVF, it marks the beginning of a dream coming true. I’m thrilled to announce the first fertility tool I’ve created for my patients and the general public: the IVF Due Date Calculator. This tool is a straightforward way to determine your due date and important pregnancy milestones following an embryo transfer.

How the IVF Due Date Calculator Works

My IVF Due Date Calculator is grounded in the fundamental principles of embryology and obstetrics. Unlike many calculators that require a myriad of details, ours focuses on two essential inputs: the date of your embryo transfer and the age of the embryo (Day 3 or Day 5). This simplicity is by design, as these two pieces of information are the critical drivers in calculating your due date.

• Day 3 Embryo:
  • Conception Date = Date of Transfer – 16 days.
  • Pregnancy Due Date = Conception Date + 40 weeks.
• Day 5 Embryo:
  • Conception Date = Date of Transfer – 18 days.
  • Pregnancy Due Date = Conception Date + 40 weeks.

Milestones Shown by the IVF Due Date Calculator

In addition to the due date for a pregnancy, I’ve designed my tool to also approximate the dates for some very important milestones during pregnancy (note, all milestones below are calculated as weeks from the Conception Date):

• Earliest Genetic Screening (non-invasive prenatal testing): +10 weeks.
• CVS Genetic Screening (diagnostic genetic testing): +11-13 weeks.
• Amniocentesis Genetic Testing: +16-22 weeks.
• Anatomy Scan: +18 – 22 weeks.
• Fetal Viability Milestone: +24 weeks.
• Fetal Maturity: +34 weeks.

Why I Created the IVF Due Date Calculator

In my practice, I’ve witnessed firsthand the challenges and emotional toll that fertility issues can bring. One of my key motivations in creating the IVF Due Date Calculator was to demystify the fertility journey, both for my patients and the wider public. I am deeply committed to combating the misinformation and exploitation that unfortunately exists in the realm of fertility. I’ve seen too many fall prey to grifters and opportunists who capitalize on the vulnerability of women navigating this complex path. This tool is a step towards bringing transparency, simplicity, and scientifically-backed information to those in need. It represents the first of many resources I plan to launch on our website, continuing my mission to break down barriers of information and empower those struggling with fertility with knowledge and clarity. By providing accessible and reliable tools, my goal is to create a supportive environment where informed decisions can be made with confidence and hope.

Remember, while this calculator provides an estimated due date and key milestones, each pregnancy is unique. Regular check-ups with your healthcare provider are essential to monitor the progress of your pregnancy.

I encourage you to try the IVF Due Date Calculator and embrace this journey with confidence and joy. Here’s to the beautiful journey ahead!