A woman is born with all the eggs she will have in her lifetime. As she ages, the quality and quantity of her eggs tend to decrease. In today’s times, where pursuing a career is a top priority for many women and the age at which women get married has shifted to the late twenties or early thirties, it has become crucial for women to assess their egg reserve early on. This allows them to plan for motherhood without unnecessary stress whenever they feel ready to start a family.

Ovarian ageing and awareness

Women are born with millions of eggs approx. 5-7 million, however, the number of eggs decreases rapidly after birth.

• At the time of birth: 5-7 million
• At puberty: 500,000 million
• At menopause: 1,000

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