How can I become a legal residents?

Generally speaking, most immigration to the States comes through family petition, employment petition, immigrant investment, or asylum. Being pregnant and later having a US citizen child will not allow you to become a permanent resident. The law was changed in 1976 to prevent a US-born child from petitioning for the parent until the child is 21 years of age. If you wish to stay, you should consult with an immigration lawyer to go over all your options. Due to the limitations of the Lawyers.com Forums, Alan Lee, Esq.'s (the "Firm") participation in responding to questions posted herein does not constitute legal advice, nor legal representation of the person or entity posting a question. No Attorney/Client relationship is or shall be construed to be created hereby. The information provided herein by the Firm is general, and requires that the poster obtain specific legal advice from an attorney. The poster shall not rely upon the information provided herein as legal advice nor as the basis for making any decisions of legal consequence.