Different purposes
Parentage procedures address legal parenthood; birth certificates record birth and registration information; travel documents address travel and admission. They cannot replace each other.
Before and after birth
The procedure, application timing, and documents depend on applicable rules. Attorneys and hospitals should confirm the arrangements rather than relying on another family’s case.
Consistent personal information
Verify identity details, spelling, translation, and authentication requirements. Discrepancies may affect later procedures; identify and correct them according to professional instructions.
Recognition where you live
Whether US documents are sufficient for parentage or registration elsewhere depends on local rules. Consult residence-country attorneys and authorities where necessary.