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.
Some blood tests need you to fast for at least 12 hours. Some other tests only require an eight-hour fast. Your provider will tell you when to begin your fast, so you can plan your lab visit accordingly. Many people fast overnight, then have their labs drawn early in the morning. Thatâs why our lab is so busy in the morning! Just make sure you follow the guidelines your provider gave you so the test results are not tainted.