What Is the Long Form for Certification of Birth?
A long-form certification of birth is a copy of the original document filed at the time of a live birth. This document includes information about the baby, the circumstances of the birth and the parents.
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Child
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The information on the child is given in this section, such as name, date and time of birth and sex. Information about the facility and the facility's location is recorded here as well.
Certifier or Attendant
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Information about the doctor, nurse, midwife or attendant is listed here, including their qualifications, name and address.
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Mother
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The mother's name, maiden name, birthdate, birthplace and current residence are listed here.
Father
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Information given on the father include his name, birth date and country of birth.
Medical and Health
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This section lists additional information, such as the parents' race, marital status, education and pregnancy details.
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