By these measures, women today transition out of middle age around 65, a number that has increased from the late 40s in the 1920s. "Old" for women today is about 73, which increased from the late 50s in the 1920s. And "very old" today is about 80, an increase from about 67 in the 1920s.
At what age do periods stop?
When women are around age 45‒55, they stop having periods (this is called menopause).
Can periods just stop?
Periods usually start to become less frequent over a few months or years before they stop altogether. Sometimes they can stop suddenly. The menopause is a natural part of ageing that usually occurs between 45 and 55 years of age, as a woman's oestrogen levels decline.
Is it healthy to stop your period?
Contrary to what you might think, skipping your period can be good for your health. In fact, women who use hormonal birth control have a lower risk of osteoporosis and ovarian, endometrial and bowel cancer than women who ovulate regularly.
If a person uses birth control pills far enough in advance, they can use them to delay their period by skipping the inactive pills and taking the active pills from a new pack. Taking a progesterone pill may stop a person's period for a one-off event.
Can I stop my daughters period?
Menstrual suppression is a treatment that uses medication to reduce or stop menstrual periods. Under the care of a doctor, this is a safe option for all girls, teens and young women once they have already had at least one menstrual period.