u/CuriousMind1986

I’m planning a 2nd birthday party for my kid at Happy Hollow (San Jose), and the theme is animal kingdom / safari 🦁🐘🦓

The venue has a restriction that balloons aren’t allowed, so I’m trying to figure out fun, creative alternatives that still make the space feel festive—especially for toddlers. Looking for recommendation for vendors or stores that are reasonably priced.

Trying to keep things fun but not over-the-top expensive.

My last blood report back in Jan2026 showed my fasting glucose was 87 and Hba1c was 5.8. My doctor mentioned that I am in prediabetic zone. My family having diabetes history caused me to panic to see those results. Over past 3 months, I made lot of changes in my food and doing more weights, walking etc. My weight came down to 146lbs from 165lbs.

I did blood report last week and after following this group from last couple of months, I made sure to add fasting insulin, C-peptide to my tests along with regular LDL/HDL etc. My report showed improvement. Current numbers are fasting glucode: 83 HbA1c: 5.5 C-peptide: 0.91 ng/mL fasting insulin: 3.8 uIU/mL. Other than that my LDL was elevated to 123mg/dL rest were withing the range.

My insulin and Cpeptide were close to lower bar. Does it seem concerning? I am 40M 5'9''