Yes! I think that's it! That's why CA and GA never pushed to ask who the father was- probably never asked really if ICA told them LA. And why no father listed on the birth certificate.
Sorry, if someone already mentioned this, but tired of reading....
Just wanted to point out that fathers are NOT listed on birth certificates just by the mother's say so. In fact, fathers are not legally allowed to be listed just based on the mother's revelation (at least in some states...can't speak for everywhere, but might be universal). So, it wouldn't be unusual for an unmarried mother to not have a father listed. Unless the father attends the birth and signs something agreeing that he is the father, he won't be listed. And, honestly, if you're a single mom and not planning to marry the guy or have him involved, it may be best not to have his name listed.. (If he's listed, the mom will have all sorts of legal obligations: to get his permission / signature to get the child a passport, to visit another country, etc. A big hassle if "dad" is not playing a fatherly role) And, note, there are MANY reasons why biological fathers may not be involved.