CanadiaGirl

As far as returning to the USA:
http://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/whti-ivho/child-enfant-eng.html
Driving into Canada:
http://www.cbsa.gc.ca/travel-voyage/ifvc-rpvc-eng.html
http://gocanada.about.com/od/canadatravelplanner/qt/kids_passport.htm
It will be both of you travelling together correct? If not you will need to carry a letter of consent from one or the other saying you have permission to leave the country with the child.

Wow, someone needs to take a breath. I was pretty certain I was clear "not that it mattered' Implying she didn't' need to answer. I can ask any questions I'd like. If someone doesn't want to answer them they don't have to. Secondly I GAVE her the information she needed to proceed with filing for the CR-1 visa.
As for people trying to educate her on the amount she'll be paying. I think they're doing her more good then harm. I can't for the life of me understand why giving someone financial advice that will SAVE THEM tons of money in the end is in any way bad. But again if you don't like what I wrote skip it and move on with your life. What I wrote was informative and gave her links to where she needed to go, if you found it 'offensive' that I would inquire as to why this is happening, that's on you to deal with. Truth is in her divulging that information many have been able to give her GOOD advice on just how much it will cost to do one over the other. Furthermore, from the sounds of her posts she expects her DH to be here ASAP, to me implying before the baby is born. There is nothing wrong with letting someone know the realities of their situation. Far better then giving them false hope.
Time to step off your soap box, don't you think?
OP I wish you the best of luck and hope you've been able to at the very least see the advice given and think things through, especially given the numbers some have posted to compare what you'd be paying here vs there. If you're wondering about citizenship for the child, if you're a citizen (I think you said you were)as someone else mentioned you file birth abroad. What this does is gives your child citizenship without having to go through the hoops you'll be going through to get your DH here.
Please do whatever makes you feel comfortable and I wish you all the best. Hopefully everything works out for the best both with the visa and with the birth of your first child.

You file I-130, the visa that will be issued is the cr-1.
From the time you file the I-130 until he has the visa in hand it will be anywhere between 8-12 months.

The reason why we did not apply after we got married was because I was suppose to stay there with my husband but we got pregnant and we decided it was best for me to go back to states to have the baby because it is very expensive to have baby there. If i file for the 1-130 petition now, then after that I can file for CR1 visa while he waits approval for the petition to go through. How long will the CR1 process take? Thank you

Follow the guidelines as other VJ members have mentioned.
If you dont feel enough confident to organize the paper work yourself for immigration, then it is better to hire an attorney. It is worth to hire someone rather than making mistake.

Besides going to the link CanadiaGirl gave you, stop in the regional sections for more information on the Philippines. Once you have the CR1 approved, there's the next part of the process which is country specific. The embassy interview, medical, and CFO are things you're going to want to be aware of when the time comes. Congrats on your new baby on the way.

I see that many say that affidavits are of no real value but the I-751 instructions still has that in the guidelines. It may be good to get two from church friends. I plan to get two - around July end.
Your inter-mixing of finances is solid. Evidence of living together is also good with Driver Licenses and telephone but what about a joint lease or do you guys live with your parents or......

Wow!! What a bummer. Sorry to hear this. If it were me I would be on the phone with my congressman. And call the embassy.

Charging $7,000 for an attorney to obtain a CR1 visa should be criminal. That is why so many people feel that lawyers are a bunch of protected criminals. Be sure to file a complaint with the attorney general in your state. Tell the lawyer that if he does not give you the money back, you will file a formal complaint with the attorney general.
You still have to do all of the work when filing for a CR1 visa. The attorney fills out a form based on the info provided and attaches the documents required and submits it to the USCIS and NVC.

That's a fair point but I would say that to be confident managing this process, yourself you need above average skills in all the areas you mentioned PLUS the motivation to do the needed extensive study to do so. I "can" fix most things on my car but I don't want to. I have better things to do with my time and would prefer to hire somebody to do it. Where I live, most of my neighbors hire somebody to do their yard work, not because they are rich but because it's cheap. However, I actually like doing the work, so I do it for myself. To each his own.
What worries me is that all this blind (ignorant of capabilities, aptitudes and attitudes) encouragement to do it yourself OFTEN leads people to great disappointment because they got guilted into trying to do something for themselves for which they were either ill equipped to do or simply unwilling to expend the needed effort to do correctly.
I don't think anybody intends to do this but that doesn't do away with the law of unintended consequences.

Careful folks. The OP has given no information about their own capabilities or aptitudes. So, you haven't a clue whether they are capable of proceeding on their own. Why not point them to the information they need and let them determine for themselves, how their capabilities measure up?

Of course you can. Thousands before you have done this. Read the guides here and ask, repeat ASK any questions you may have.

The anti-illegal immigrant restrictions being put in place has probably hurt more legal immigrants than hindered illegals.

If he came here on a K1 then no he cannot marry someone else and adjust his status. He can marry anyone he wants but he will have to go home, and start all over. Let him try though then the can detain him and deport him. Since they will have his new address.

If you really must have the church wedding before you feel married, han you'll should have proceeded as followa;
Had the church wedding in your country, than filed a CR1 for a spouse visa.
Filing the K1 will not give you'll the time and space to do what you have indicated above in a timely manner or fashion. You won't know when and if you will need an interview for the AOS until the interview letter arrive after filing for AOS.

If you are newly married, it is understandable that you don't have much stuff together yet as a couple.
But for ROC (after 2 years of marriage), one should have some sorts of co-mingle finances to prove on-going relationship.
E.g. Jointly-Filed Taxes, joint credit cards, bills, both listed on insurances ..etc
Letters/Affidavits could be fabricated and at best only secondary evidences.

I would stay away from this topic or even submitting with a 10 foot pole or longer. One does not want to place any negative health related concerns as others mentioned in her permanent file. I lived in the Philippines and understand some of the living conditions. Keep in mind chances are the process being expedited will not help her emotions IMO. Her living conditions I am assuming are the same as when she met you so this should not be an issue unless there is some sort of abuse there.
I suggest some sort of help for her there to deal with her emotions as possibly she will bring those same emotions to you which is okay if you are able to work through it. Keep in mind the separation anxiety she will have from her family when she arrives will be emotional as well.
Find on line hobbies for you and her. My fiancee and I watched Grumpy Old Men last night as I just turn my lap top to my tv and we watch together. There are many ways to make this process more enjoyable.
Good luck to you. Tough position you are in.

Maybe it threw up a big Red Flag to her that you do not feel you will stay with her forever. maybe she feels it shows your true intentions

I am sorry for what has happened. As you said what's done is done. Hopefully your story can serve as a lesson for others. In any case it would have sucked to be in the position you both were in after making the mistake to cross. It seems like a nightmare and I honestly think the best thing to do is to seek an attorney. Most of the time it is suggested to do it on your own when the cases are more of a 'typical' scenario. As soon as you get into specialty cases I think that's when the "I can do it myself" stops and when "I need an attorney" starts. Normally I'd tell people going through this process to DIY but as soon as something like this happens it's not so 'typical' or 'normal'. I just don't feel comfortable giving any sort of advice on what to do to move forward. Other then seek legal counsel.
I wish you all the best and hope that this is all a distant memory when you're finally together.

I'll add my receipt date when I can. I have to admit it's a bit confusing as to why we need to put the 'receipt' date. I'd consider when you get the letter to be more important as to me the day I got my NOA1 is the day I got it in the mail....
But I'll change it. I just guess I don't see the difference. Honestly the format should be changed to NOA1 Receipt Date to eliminate confusion many seem to be having with the deceptive NOA1 date (title).
Or honestly something that indicates it's actually when they received your application and not when you got the NOA1.

If anything I can only offer one piece of advice.
Immigration process = time, money and time away from those we love. It sucks but it's what we go through to be with the people we love. The thing that helped me get through a year of waiting after we were married (CR-1 Visa) was realizing it was 1 year of the rest of my life it put things into perspective in terms of the sacrifices we were making.
You're not alone in this frustration but what can you do? Blaming Obama isn't really the way to go about things though. I realize it was perhaps a knee jerk reaction to what you perceive to be a longer waiting time (and perhaps you do have to wait that long). But trust me it's not just 'one' person who is to 'blame' if you do have to wait longer. I applaud Obama and others for passing what they did on the illegal immigrants children. Do I have sympathy for Illegal immigrants who knowingly broke the law? NO. But I do for those who by no choice of their own was essentially forced/ brought into this country unknowingly illegal. I can't blame them they're not at fault. It's those who all of those years ago (and still now) came here illegally that ruin it for those of use who come here honestly and put our time in.
In the mean time I'd look to plan visits to your fiance (if you can or vis versa). I know it's more money but at least it will help make up for the time apart.
I'm sorry you're having a hard time with this. I just would try to redirect just who you're angry at. I'd be more or less upset with the situation. But in the end it is what it is and many were in the same shoes you were in and are in the same shoes.

If anything I can only offer one piece of advice.
Immigration process = time, money and time away from those we love. It sucks but it's what we go through to be with the people we love. The thing that helped me get through a year of waiting after we were married (CR-1 Visa) was realizing it was 1 year of the rest of my life it put things into perspective in terms of the sacrifices we were making.
You're not alone in this frustration but what can you do? Blaming Obama isn't really the way to go about things though. I realize it was perhaps a knee jerk reaction to what you perceive to be a longer waiting time (and perhaps you do have to wait that long). But trust me it's not just 'one' person who is to 'blame' if you do have to wait longer. I applaud Obama and others for passing what they did on the illegal immigrants children. Do I have sympathy for Illegal immigrants who knowingly broke the law? NO. But I do for those who by no choice of their own was essentially forced/ brought into this country unknowingly illegal. I can't blame them they're not at fault. It's those who all of those years ago (and still now) came here illegally that ruin it for those of use who come here honestly and put our time in.
In the mean time I'd look to plan visits to your fiance (if you can or vis versa). I know it's more money but at least it will help make up for the time apart.
I'm sorry you're having a hard time with this. I just would try to redirect just who you're angry at. I'd be more or less upset with the situation. But in the end it is what it is and many were in the same shoes you were in and are in the same shoes.

If anything I can only offer one piece of advice.
Immigration process = time, money and time away from those we love. It sucks but it's what we go through to be with the people we love. The thing that helped me get through a year of waiting after we were married (CR-1 Visa) was realizing it was 1 year of the rest of my life it put things into perspective in terms of the sacrifices we were making.
You're not alone in this frustration but what can you do? Blaming Obama isn't really the way to go about things though. I realize it was perhaps a knee jerk reaction to what you perceive to be a longer waiting time (and perhaps you do have to wait that long). But trust me it's not just 'one' person who is to 'blame' if you do have to wait longer. I applaud Obama and others for passing what they did on the illegal immigrants children. Do I have sympathy for Illegal immigrants who knowingly broke the law? NO. But I do for those who by no choice of their own was essentially forced/ brought into this country unknowingly illegal. I can't blame them they're not at fault. It's those who all of those years ago (and still now) came here illegally that ruin it for those of use who come here honestly and put our time in.
In the mean time I'd look to plan visits to your fiance (if you can or vis versa). I know it's more money but at least it will help make up for the time apart.
I'm sorry you're having a hard time with this. I just would try to redirect just who you're angry at. I'd be more or less upset with the situation. But in the end it is what it is and many were in the same shoes you were in and are in the same shoes.

If anything I can only offer one piece of advice.
Immigration process = time, money and time away from those we love. It sucks but it's what we go through to be with the people we love. The thing that helped me get through a year of waiting after we were married (CR-1 Visa) was realizing it was 1 year of the rest of my life it put things into perspective in terms of the sacrifices we were making.
You're not alone in this frustration but what can you do? Blaming Obama isn't really the way to go about things though. I realize it was perhaps a knee jerk reaction to what you perceive to be a longer waiting time (and perhaps you do have to wait that long). But trust me it's not just 'one' person who is to 'blame' if you do have to wait longer. I applaud Obama and others for passing what they did on the illegal immigrants children. Do I have sympathy for Illegal immigrants who knowingly broke the law? NO. But I do for those who by no choice of their own was essentially forced/ brought into this country unknowingly illegal. I can't blame them they're not at fault. It's those who all of those years ago (and still now) came here illegally that ruin it for those of use who come here honestly and put our time in.
In the mean time I'd look to plan visits to your fiance (if you can or vis versa). I know it's more money but at least it will help make up for the time apart.
I'm sorry you're having a hard time with this. I just would try to redirect just who you're angry at. I'd be more or less upset with the situation. But in the end it is what it is and many were in the same shoes you were in and are in the same shoes.

If anything I can only offer one piece of advice.
Immigration process = time, money and time away from those we love. It sucks but it's what we go through to be with the people we love. The thing that helped me get through a year of waiting after we were married (CR-1 Visa) was realizing it was 1 year of the rest of my life it put things into perspective in terms of the sacrifices we were making.
You're not alone in this frustration but what can you do? Blaming Obama isn't really the way to go about things though. I realize it was perhaps a knee jerk reaction to what you perceive to be a longer waiting time (and perhaps you do have to wait that long). But trust me it's not just 'one' person who is to 'blame' if you do have to wait longer. I applaud Obama and others for passing what they did on the illegal immigrants children. Do I have sympathy for Illegal immigrants who knowingly broke the law? NO. But I do for those who by no choice of their own was essentially forced/ brought into this country unknowingly illegal. I can't blame them they're not at fault. It's those who all of those years ago (and still now) came here illegally that ruin it for those of use who come here honestly and put our time in.
In the mean time I'd look to plan visits to your fiance (if you can or vis versa). I know it's more money but at least it will help make up for the time apart.
I'm sorry you're having a hard time with this. I just would try to redirect just who you're angry at. I'd be more or less upset with the situation. But in the end it is what it is and many were in the same shoes you were in and are in the same shoes.