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Is 40 Too Old to Be on Birth Control? What Women in Their 40s Need to Know

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According to a 2016 analysis, nearly 77% of women between the ages of 44 and 50 are at risk of an unplanned pregnancy, largely due to misconceptions about fertility decline. Many women in midlife wonder, "is 40 too old to be on birth control?" The answer is no, and for many, it offers benefits beyond just preventing pregnancy.