For years you experienced a regular period cycle that gave you a fairly predictable sense of what you were to experience every month. This doesn’t include just the timing of your period, but also what your period is like, heavy, light, somewhere in between. No matter what the case, it has been Mother Nature’s way of telling you hey, you’re not pregnant every 28 or so days. While it’s an annoyance for some, others it’s a comfort, knowing that whatever method of contraception using, is working. However, somewhere in your mid to late ’40s (however it can be sooner or
Menstrual Cycle in Your 40s: What to Expect
Charity am 45 years old can I still get pregnant at my age . am still seeing my period every month normal
Hello Charity, though risky at your age it is still very possible.
Hello,
I’ve always had a 4 week menstrual cycle, but it changed to a 6 week cycle right after I turned 40 – since March of this year. Should I be concerned?
Hello Michelle, please read below for more information on this:
https://womanjunction.com/menstrual-cycle-in-your-40s-what-to-expect/
Hello, I am 49 and the past two periods I had, I had to change my pad 5 times within the hour and this month of July 2018… I am heavy and bleed clots bigger than a quarter, my periods have never been regular or on time for a long as I can remember. I have been to several doctors and they tell me my periods are fine and not to worry. This past two periods of June and July 2018 has me changing more often and blood clots are heavier but only for that one time like on the third day sometimes the second day of my period. Does this mean I am going into perimenopause?
Hello Yiska, no, this is not good. Please see your doctor ASAP.
I’m about to be 41, and my periods have always been irregular, always heavy for about three days and spotting but now the time inbetween is even shorter than before usually about 14 to 20 days but now they are getting closer, now only four days in between last period and this one, before spotting started again and cramps are worse, is this a sign of premenopausal ?
Hi Natalie, changes in periods are often a sign of perimenopause, however I would get checked out by your doctor, a cycle that short is something you’ll want to discuss with them.
This is very similar to me- same age as you too. Been having extreme PMS as well for last few months non stop. Did they confirm it was perimenopause for you and what tests did they do? Doc Says I’m too young for peri. Thanks
I’m 41 and always had regular light/regular periods with no cramps. About every 28 days. This month I had a super super heavy period that came a whole week early and just two weeks later I got my period again. Heavy again. Should I worry? I
Hi Ana, you aren’t old by any means, but you should consider that you might be experiencing peri-menopause. This could and will affect your periods. If you continue to have this irregular pattern, I would recommend a meeting with your doctor to check your hormone levels.
I’m 45. My period has been regular however, I noticed my period turned greenish on the 2nd day of my period and went red on the 3rd. I started experiencing this 3 months ago.
Hello Emete, see your doctor about this.
Hi Alison,
I am 42 years old and I had my period in March not in April but then again in May and I know I’m not pregnant.
My periods have always been regular.
Hello Elizabeth, see link below:
https://womanjunction.com/irregular-menstrual-cycle-occurs/
Too funny! Im 42 as well My cycle has always been every 28 days. Now my periods last for 10 in April No period in May another 10 day period in June.
If I laugh, sneeze or cough too hard I owe on myself! Good Times
Hello I’m 49 years old I have four children two are grownups and 2 teenagers. I have the implant on my arm that is due to come out. My question is I’ve had a period now over 2 weeks .and it’s not fresh blood . I have like a dull ache in my abdomen. Is this normal. I have lost a lot of weight but I have been trying to clean up my diet in preparation of the menopause. Thank you in advance
Hi Deb, losing a lot weight could be a reason for issues with your period however that generally goes in the opposite direction you don’t get it as much. However, have you considered that you are currently going through peri menopause or actual menopause at this point considering your age. And losing a lot of weight was that planned or not planned? I would recommend when you go for your appointment for getting the implant out I would have them check your hormones as you could be dealing with that at this point.
Hello, I’m 39 yrs old this coming June and I suddenly experienced a 19 day cycle of menstruation. Is is perimenopausal stage? I’m still in denial though.
Hello Ren, to read more about being perimenopausal click below:
https://womanjunction.com/perimenopause-symptoms-test-treatment-and-remedies/
I am 42+ and my period supposed to come May 25,2018. Now today is May 31,2018 it has not come.
Last time I seen my period was on April 27,2018 it was a Friday it came. My period ended May 1,2018.
I am not in a sexual relationship with any man.
Hello Charmaine, your period might be late or you might be approaching menopause. Read below:
https://womanjunction.com/signs-of-menopause/
Hi I’m 47,and have had 3 children, my periods have always been regular and I have always had heavy bleeding with clots,and heavy cramping, but lately about a week before my period, I’m getting horrible headaches, times of cold body temps that leave me shaking for hours,then I’m sweating horriblely for hours..added to that my mind is foggy and sometimes I forget things right in the middle of doing them… after it’s over, it’s gone, until it starts again the following month,so I get two weeks of ok, then two weeks of hell? Can you help at all?
Hi Kim, at your age (and you aren’t old), you are mostly likely experiencing menopause symptoms. What you are describing sounds like typical symptoms of that time. I would recommend getting an appointment with your doctor, getting your hormone levels checked. They might be able to help you out with regulating your symptoms. Good luck.
Hi! I just turned 45 and I have 7 children. My periods have been pretty regular especially since having children. Recently My during my ovulation time I have severe cramping and a lot of discharge for an entire week before and after I ovulate. My periods have become heavier than usual! Is there a chance I might be ovulating more than one egg? My husband and I are very Catholic (obviously) and I just want to be extra careful! Thanks in advance for your feedback!
Hello Amy, if your periods have suddenly become heavier with cramps then see your doctor to see what might be happening.
Hi Daniela
Myself bharani. I turned 40 last month and I had my last Period on 10 april. I went through family planning operation as well. This month I didn’t get my periods I am little worried . Last month after my period over I had sex . Since I had my family planning done in 2014 and I have 2 daughters age 14 years and 7 years. Till now I didn’t get my periods I m getting the cramps but not getting the periods. Sometimes I m feeling very depressed,sometimes I m crying I m very disturbed unable to focus as I m working woman in my job so please advise me .
Hello Bharani, take a pregnancy test 7 days after your missed period.
I am 43 and have been a bit worried since Sunday, the 13th of May. I started bleeding right from the service and uptill now, the flow has been on and it’s on the increase, Meanwhile, l have already seen my period for the month of May before this started.Infact, it is a total different experience. What could be the cause?
Hello Phil, if this is the first occurrence of this then see your doctor about it.
Hi I’m 43 and have very sore breasts 15 days late for my period really long wees cry at the slightest thing I keep forgetting things like going to the shop and can’t remember what I need I’ve done a pregnancy test which was negative am I starting with the menopause. Kathy
Hello Kathy, I would advise that you retake a pregnancy test.
Hi Alison it got to 20 days but I finally got my period thanks for your reply
I am 40 years old and have had a copper IUD in since February of this year. My periods were like clockwork from between 28-32 days and as of today I am at day 59 with no period. My IUD is still in place and I have had 2 negative urine pregnancy tests. I am starting to get concerned.
Hello Melissa, please see your doctor about this. Menopause is a bit off the topic for you due to your age, though possible.