The timing is important; you want to have the party at least four to six weeks before your due date so that you'll have plenty of time to borrow or buy any necessities for your baby that you still need -- and so you'll actually have energy to enjoy the party! Shop baby shower decorations.
Your doctor will tell you if you should fast (avoid consuming food, beverages and medications, usually for nine to 12 hours) before your blood test. If you aren't fasting when the blood sample is drawn, only the values for total cholesterol and HDL cholesterol will be usable.
How to Fast. For about eight to twelve hours before your scheduled test, avoid eating or drinking anything but plain water. Donât flavor your water with anything. If you have medications that you usually take, ask your doctor if you should take them that day or skip them before the test.