Pillows. The baby’s head should not be elevated, as he will take more air into his lungs when no pillow is used. If the mother wishes, she may place a folded soft cloth under the baby’s head.

Birth registration. See that the baby’s birth is promptly and accurately registered. Later he may need his birth certificate to prove his

  1. Identity
  2. Legitimacy
  3. Right to inherit property
  4. Right to enter school
  5. Right to seek employment
  6. Right to vote
  7. Right to hold office
  8. Privilege to travel in other countries

Registry Department

CITY OF ________

County of _____, State of _____

City Hall

The following is an abstract from the Record of Births in said City:

No. _____

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