At what age will a woman stop being fertile?

The typical age range for menopause is between 45 and 55 years old, but it can occur earlier or later for some women. Menopause is the permanent end of menstruation and fertility, and it occurs when the ovaries stop producing eggs and the levels of the hormones estrogen and progesterone decline.**

Here is a more detailed timeline of a woman's reproductive life:

* Puberty: This begins typically between the ages of 10 and 14, when a girl's body starts producing estrogen and progesterone. This leads to the development of secondary sexual characteristics, such as breasts, pubic hair, and the widening of hips.

* Menstruation: A woman's first period typically occurs between the ages of 12 and 15. This marks the beginning of her reproductive years, during which she is capable of becoming pregnant.

* Reproductive years: A woman's reproductive years typically last from menarche (the first period) until menopause. During this time, she is able to conceive and give birth to children.

* Menopause: Menopause typically occurs between the ages of 45 and 55, but it can happen earlier or later for some women. Menopause is the permanent end of menstruation and fertility, and it occurs when the ovaries stop producing eggs and the levels of the hormones estrogen and progesterone decline.

There are a number of factors that can affect the age at which a woman reaches menopause, including genetics, lifestyle factors, and medical conditions. Some women may experience early menopause (before the age of 45) due to factors such as surgery or radiation therapy, chemotherapy, autoimmune diseases, or smoking. Others may experience late menopause (after the age of 55) due to factors such as a family history of late menopause, obesity, or the use of hormone replacement therapy.

If you have any concerns about your fertility, it's important to talk to your doctor.