Iowa Code Title XV. Judicial Branch and Judicial Procedures [Chs. 595-686] § 600B.8. Who may institute proceedings

The proceedings may be brought by the mother, or other interested person, or if the child is or is likely to be a public charge, by the authorities charged with its support. After the death of the mother or in case of her disability, it may also be brought by the child acting through its guardian or next friend.