Calculator Inputs
Example Data Table
| Date | Week | Main Symptoms | Water (L) | Sleep (h) | Burden Score | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-10 | 11 | Nausea, fatigue, sleep disturbance | 1.8 | 6.5 | 46.2 | Moderate |
| 2026-03-17 | 24 | Back pain, heartburn, fatigue | 2.3 | 7.4 | 38.5 | Moderate |
| 2026-03-24 | 33 | Swelling, sleep disturbance, cramps | 2.1 | 6.8 | 57.9 | High |
Formula Used
This tracker uses a weighted comfort-burden model for daily monitoring. It is not a diagnostic tool and should never replace clinician advice.
- Symptom contribution = Severity × (Active Days ÷ 7) × Symptom Weight
- Vomiting burden = Daily vomiting episodes × 1.8
- Stress burden = Stress level × 0.8
- Sleep deficit = max(0, 8 − sleep hours) × 1.2
- Hydration deficit = max(0, 2.3 − water intake) × 1.7
- Appetite adjustment = max(0, 3 − appetite score) × 2.0
- Symptom burden score = (Total Raw Score ÷ 145) × 100
- Trend change = Current burden score − previous saved score
The symptom weights reflect duration, discomfort intensity, and practical disruption. They are designed for structured self-monitoring, not for diagnosing complications.
How to Use This Calculator
- Enter the current date, gestational week, sleep, fluids, stress, and appetite.
- Rate each symptom from 0 to 10, then enter how many days it was active this week.
- Add vomiting episodes and optional previous score for trend comparison.
- Mark any warning signs that apply to the current day.
- Press Track Symptoms to place results above the form.
- Review the score, top symptoms, table, red-flag notes, and graph.
- Use the CSV or PDF buttons to save a checkup-ready summary.
- Seek prompt medical advice whenever severe or unusual symptoms appear.
FAQs
1) What does the burden score mean?
The burden score summarizes weighted symptom intensity, activity days, hydration, rest, stress, vomiting, and appetite into one percentage for trend tracking.
2) Does a high score mean something is medically wrong?
No. A high score means symptoms are currently more disruptive. It can help organize conversations with a clinician, but it does not diagnose disease.
3) How often should I use this tracker?
Daily or several times weekly works well. Consistent entries make the trend comparison and graph more useful during routine antenatal discussions.
4) Why do symptoms have different weights?
Different symptoms can affect comfort and routine differently. The weights help reflect that disruption while keeping the score easy to interpret.
5) When should I contact a clinician?
Contact a clinician promptly for bleeding, fever, severe headache, blurred vision, reduced fetal movement, strong contractions, sudden swelling, or anything rapidly worsening.
6) Can I print or save my results?
Yes. After calculating, use the CSV button for spreadsheet records or the PDF button for a compact summary to print or share.
7) Why include sleep, fluids, and stress?
Those factors can strongly influence how symptoms feel day to day. Including them makes the tracking summary more practical and actionable.
8) Can this replace regular antenatal care?
No. It is only a structured monitoring aid. Routine prenatal visits, clinician advice, and urgent assessment for warning signs remain essential.