When am I due?
The length of your pregnancy is dated from the first day of your last period, even though you actually conceive two weeks or so after this date (depending on the length of your cycle). Your baby is likely to be born two weeks either side of the due date.
Check your due date and what's happening within your body week by week with our Pregnancy calendar. All you need to know is the first day of your last period.
Most women see their family doctor to arrange antenatal care, but you can book directly with a community midwife if you prefer.
Does the doctor need to confirm my pregnancy?
Not usually. If you've had a positive home test, you just need to tell your doctor. They're unlikely to test you again, although if you're very unsure of your dates a 'dating' scan may be suggested. This is an ultrasound scan done in early pregnancy to find out the size of your uterus and the embryo, to help work out how pregnant you are. This scan is sometimes done internally. If you're healthy and not experiencing any problems, you may feel that the scan is unnecessary; an estimate of your dates can always be made later.