I'm so deeply sorry for the loss of your father - what an unimaginable burden to carry while pregnant and dealing with medical complications. Please know that you're not alone in this struggle. Based on everything shared here, you absolutely should qualify for SDI! The fact that you worked and paid into the system for 2 years before your father's passing means you've likely met all the earnings requirements. California SDI doesn't require current employment - just that you contributed during your base period, which you clearly did. A few things I'd add to the excellent advice already given: 1. When applying online at edd.ca.gov/disability/, be completely honest about your employment gap and the reason (father's death). EDD understands that life circumstances sometimes require people to leave work. 2. Ask your doctor to be very specific about timing on the DE 2501 form. With your high blood pressure and pre-eclampsia concerns at 32 weeks, you may qualify for immediate disability rather than waiting for the standard timeframe. 3. Consider having someone help you with the application process if the stress is overwhelming. A trusted family member or friend can assist with paperwork while you focus on your health. You paid into this system for exactly this type of situation. Don't feel guilty about accessing the support you've earned. Your father would want you and his grandchild to be taken care of. Wishing you strength, health, and a smooth application process. This community is rooting for you! 💙

I'm so sorry for your loss and everything you're going through right now. Losing a parent while dealing with pregnancy complications is heartbreaking, and the financial stress on top of grief must feel overwhelming. You've received fantastic advice here! Just to add one more perspective - I work in healthcare administration and see SDI cases regularly. You absolutely qualify based on your work history and SDI contributions. The 3-month gap since leaving your job is well within the timeframe that allows eligibility. A few practical suggestions: - When your doctor completes the DE 2501, ask them to include specific dates for when your disability began (this could be earlier than when you apply if your complications started weeks ago) - Keep a simple log of your symptoms (headaches, vision changes, swelling measurements, blood pressure readings) - this documentation can be helpful if any questions arise - If possible, apply during business hours when the online system tends to run more smoothly Your situation is exactly what SDI was designed for - temporary disability support for working people who paid into the system. You've earned this assistance through your contributions. Sending you strength for both the application process and the remainder of your pregnancy. Take care of yourself and that little one! 💕

I went through this exact situation last month! The DE 2593 form disappeared from my account too and I was panicking. Here's what finally worked for me: I sent a message through the UI Online "Contact EDD" feature explaining that my required form was missing and my payments were suspended. I included my claim number and the date I was supposed to receive the form. It took about 2 weeks, but they responded and regenerated the form in my account. Also, try logging out completely and logging back in - sometimes there's a glitch where forms don't display properly. I know the waiting is stressful when you need those benefits, but don't give up! The system is definitely broken but your benefits are still there waiting for you once this gets resolved.

I'm dealing with this exact same issue right now! My DE 2593 form was supposed to appear in early September and it's completely missing from my UI Online account. It's been 3 weeks without payments and I'm starting to panic. I've tried all the usual stuff - checking spam, clearing cache, logging out and back in multiple times. The most frustrating part is that I can see my claim is active and everything looks normal except for this one missing form that's holding everything up. Has anyone had luck with the EDD messaging system recently? I'm hesitant to try the paid calling service but I'm getting desperate. Really grateful for all the advice in this thread - it helps to know I'm not going crazy and this is actually a widespread problem with their system!

Just want to add one more important tip - when your doctor fills out the supplemental form, make sure they include specific details about your lifting restrictions (like "no lifting over 10 pounds" or "no repetitive bending"). Generic statements like "light duty" can sometimes cause delays or requests for clarification from EDD. Also, if your restrictions change again during recovery, you'll need another supplemental form each time. I learned this the hard way when my restrictions kept changing during my recovery from rotator cuff surgery. The more specific your doctor is about what you can and cannot do, the smoother the process will be!

I went through this exact same process after my hernia surgery last year! The transition from total disability to light duty restrictions can be confusing, but you're on the right track. Like others mentioned, you definitely stay on your current SDI claim - no need to file a new one. When you certify this weekend, be honest about your status change and EDD will automatically trigger the supplemental certification process. One thing I'd add is to give your doctor's office a heads up about the DE 2525XX form before you even certify. I called mine and explained the situation, and they were prepared when EDD sent the request. This helped avoid any delays. Also, if your doctor's office is tech-savvy, they can submit it electronically through SDI Online which is usually faster than mailing the paper form. The key thing EDD needs to see is that while you're medically cleared for some work, your specific job requirements (heavy lifting in your case) exceed your medical restrictions. As long as that's documented properly, your benefits should continue without interruption. Good luck with your recovery!

I went through almost the exact same thing with my PFL claim last year! EDD's system really struggles with non-consecutive leave periods. Here's what worked for me: I appealed the overpayment and included a detailed timeline showing: - Original claim dates and what I intended to use (3 weeks initially) - Documentation that I actually DID take the full 8 weeks total, just split up - A simple statement from my employer confirming both leave periods The key thing that helped my case was being very clear in my appeal letter that I wasn't disputing receiving the money - I was disputing that it was an "overpayment" since I legitimately used all 8 weeks of benefits I was entitled to. It took about 6 weeks to get resolved, but they ended up dropping the overpayment completely. Don't just repay it if you actually took the leave - you earned those benefits! Just make sure you file the appeal before the deadline (usually 30 days from the notice date). Good luck! The system is confusing but appeals do work when you have the documentation to back up your case.

I'm new to this community but dealing with a similar PFL situation right now! Reading through everyone's experiences here has been incredibly helpful. I just wanted to add that when I spoke with an EDD representative last week (finally got through after using that Claimyr service someone mentioned), they told me that split PFL claims are actually more common than people think, especially for new parents who want to stagger their leave. The rep I spoke with emphasized that the key to a successful appeal is being very clear that you DID use all the benefits you received - just not in the timeframe EDD initially expected. She said they see this type of appeal regularly and most get approved when there's proper documentation. One thing she mentioned that I haven't seen in the comments yet: if you have any text messages or emails between you and your wife discussing the leave plans (like "mom is leaving next month so I'll take my remaining weeks then"), include those as supporting evidence too. It shows this was always your intention, not something you decided after receiving the overpayment notice. Really hoping your appeal goes smoothly! This whole process is so stressful but it sounds like you have a strong case.

I'm going through something similar right now - my claim ends in December and I was getting really anxious about the extension process too. After reading through all these responses, I feel so much better prepared! The electronic submission through SDI Online sounds like the way to go. One question though - if my doctor submits the extension electronically, will I get any kind of confirmation email or notification that it was received? Or do I just have to keep checking my SDI Online account? I tend to be a bit paranoid about these things and want to make sure nothing falls through the cracks!

Just wanted to share another tip that really helped me - if you're feeling overwhelmed by this process (which is totally understandable!), consider asking your doctor's office if they have a patient advocate or case manager who handles disability paperwork. Many larger practices have someone whose job it is to navigate these systems. When I was going through my extension, the office's patient advocate walked me through exactly what would happen and even followed up to make sure everything was processed correctly. It took so much stress off my shoulders! Also, don't be afraid to call your doctor's office a day or two after they submit the extension to confirm it went through on their end - they can usually see if the submission was successful in their system.