No matter why you changed your name, you need to update your vital records such as your birth certificate, driver’s license and identification, and your finances. You can likely take most of these steps as slowly as you want. However, you should know that your vital records and documents will be invalid until you update them to your new name. Similarly, any contracts or agreements which you have agreed to may be invalidated until you update your name on the contract. Your first priority should be to change your birth certificate name and other identifying documents including photo IDs.