Generally, a U.S. citizen aged 21 or older may sponsor parents living in the U.S. to adjust status to become Lawful Permanent Residents (to get "Green Cards") if the parents entered the U.S. lawfully and with inspection (such as with a visitor's visa). This is true regardless of whether the parents may have overstayed their initial visa and regardless of whether the U.S. citizen child may be pregnant. If the U.S. citizen child does not have sufficient documentable income to meet the requirements for her family size (including her sponsored parents and, if the Citizen's child is born before the adjustment of status is concluded, then including that baby too), then it may be necessary to include a joint sponsor in the application process. Generally, a joint sponsor may be any U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident who has sufficient documentable income and who is willing to assume the responsibilities contemplated by the Affidavit of Support. Of course, many other details can determine eligibility for immigration benefits. It would be wise for you and your parents to consult with an immigration attorney who, after learning all of the relevant information, could advise about eligibilities, options, and strategies to attain your goals, and who then could offer legal representation in the often complex application process. Some immigration law firms, including mine, offer legal services on a "flat fee" basis so that a client will know the total expense from the very beginning, and a few immigration law firms, including mine, offer an initial consultation free of charge.
It depends upon whether you are a U. S. Citizen. Also, whether your parents lawfully entered or were paroled into the U. S. In addition, you must be able to support them and they must be admissible. As a result, more information is needed. I strongly recommend an appointment with a competent and experienced immigration attorney before there are any more complications. Good luck.
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