Pregnancy Calculator — Week 6: Baby Size, Symptoms & Due Date
You are in week 6 of a standard singleton pregnancy. Below is a complete evidence-based snapshot — baby's growth, your body, nutrition, exercise, red flags and a doctor visit checklist for this exact week.
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Enter the first day of your last menstrual period (LMP). EDD = LMP + 280 days.
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1. Enter the LMP date
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2. Calculate instantly
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Practical Examples & Use Cases
| Starting date | Method | Calculation | Planning use |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan | LMP | +280 days | Estimated due date |
| Known clinical date | Ultrasound | Clinician dating | Confirm or revise estimate |
Baby at week 6
This week: Heart beats at ~110 bpm and is visible on transvaginal ultrasound. Arm and leg buds appear. Facial features (eye pits, nose pits) form.
Mother's body — what changes
In week 6 you may notice: Nausea peaks. Increased urination as blood volume expands. Emotional swings from progesterone.
Nutrition & supplements
Focus on folic acid 400–600 mcg/day (neural tube), iodine 150 mcg, and small frequent meals to counter nausea. No extra calories yet — normal maintenance intake is adequate.
Safe exercise
150 minutes/week of moderate activity — brisk walking, stationary cycling, prenatal yoga. Stop any exercise that leaves you unable to hold a conversation.
Doctor visit checklist — week 6
- ✓Confirm viability with transvaginal ultrasound if bleeding/pain
- ✓Blood pressure + weight + urine dipstick at every visit
- ✓Fetal heart tones from week 10–12 (Doppler)
Warning signs — call your provider immediately
- ⚠Heavy bleeding (soaking a pad in an hour)
- ⚠Severe abdominal pain that does not ease
- ⚠Fever above 38°C / 100.4°F
- ⚠Sudden loss of pregnancy symptoms + spotting
- ⚠Severe one-sided pain (ectopic pregnancy signal)
Week 6 — Frequently asked questions
Content aligned with ACOG, NHS UK and Mayo Clinic. Reviewed by Dr. Maria Rehman, MD (OB/GYN). This page is educational and does not replace personal medical advice — call your obstetrician for any concern.
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