Contraception is often perceived as unnecessary for women over 40, particularly those approaching menopause. However, until menopause is fully confirmed, contraception remains essential.
Menopause, defined as the absence of menstruation for 12 consecutive months, doesn’t occur overnight. Perimenopause, the transitional phase leading up to menopause, can last several years. During this time, hormone levels fluctuate, and while periods become irregular, ovulation can still occur unpredictably. As a result, the possibility of pregnancy, though reduced, still exists.
