First5LA.org To submit comments, or to suggest items for this newsletter or First5LA.org, contact Denise Nix, writer/editor, at DNix@First5LA.org or 213-482-7831. Calendar Click events below to view full listings. The Autism Diagnosis and DSM-5 Wed., March 7, 2012 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. First 5 LA Commission Meeting Thurs., March 8, 2012 1:30 - 4:30 p.m. One-on-One Consults Thurs., March 8, 2012 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Effective Observations of Infants & Toddlers Fri., March 9, 2012 9 a.m. - Noon Food Allergies and Intolerances Workshop Fri., March 9, 2012 9 - 11:30 a.m. 40th Anniversary 1736 Family Crisis Center Sat., March 10, 2012 7 p.m. First 5 California Hands-On Health Express 2012 Tour: Almond Blossom Festival & Parade Sat., March 10 - Sun., March 12, 2012 First 5 California Hands-On Health Express 2012 Tour: St. John's Well Child & Family Center Mon., March 12, 2012 Noon - 4 p.m.	March 5, 2012 Eat Healthy, Grow Strong Champion for our Children: California Food Policy Advocates During First 5 LA's Eat Healthy, Grow Strong campaign, we recognize CFPA for ensuring nutritious food policies for children. More » News and Announcements  L.A. County Hospitals Have Low Breastfeeding Rates When it comes to breastfeeding, hospital policies matter, according to a recently released report. More » The Biological Clock Ticks for Men, Too Several studies find that older fathers are more likely to breed children with abnormalities than younger men. More » Budget Brief Advocates Seek to Preserve Transitional Kindergarten Several studies find that older fathers are more likely to breed children with abnormalities than younger men. More » First 5 LA News and Congrats This week's roundup includes a new First 5 LA commissioner and recognition for ECE High School Recruitment participants. More » Links  1. Funding opportunities at First 5 LA 2. Learn more about place-based effort Best Start 3. Visit our parent website Ready. Set. Grow! 4. Employment opportunities 5. Tell us what you think - take a survey