I'm new to this community and just went through this exact same experience last week! That first partial payment is totally normal but I completely understand the panic - I was up all night thinking EDD had made a mistake with my claim. What you're seeing for Jan 11-15 covers the days right after your 7-day waiting period ended until their next payment processing cycle. You'll definitely get paid for your entire claim period through regular bi-weekly payments after this! The waiting period (Jan 4-10) is never paid, which honestly should be explained way better upfront instead of being buried somewhere in their system. I found it really helpful to set up a simple calendar marking when to expect the next payments (roughly every 2 weeks) so I could plan my budget and stop stressing about rent money. You can track everything through SDI Online too. Don't worry - the regular payments will start coming and you'll get everything you're entitled to for your claim period. This community has been amazing for getting real answers when EDD's own website is so confusing. Welcome and hang in there!

I'm new to this community and just went through this exact same confusion a few weeks ago! That first partial payment is completely normal - I had the same panic thinking EDD had messed up my claim. What you received for Jan 11-15 covers the period right after your 7-day waiting period ended until their next payment processing cycle. You'll definitely get paid for your entire claim period through regular bi-weekly payments going forward! The waiting period (Jan 4-10) is never paid, which really should be explained clearly upfront instead of leaving people to figure it out through stress and confusion. I found it super helpful to create a simple calendar marking expected payment dates roughly every 2 weeks so I could budget for rent and stop the anxiety spiral. You can also monitor everything through SDI Online to track your payment history and certification details. Don't worry - the regular payments will start flowing soon and you'll get the full amount you're entitled to for your claim period. This community has been incredible for getting real answers when EDD's own resources are so confusing. Welcome and you're going to be just fine!

I'm dealing with the exact same issue right now! Made a mistake on my disability start date and have been stuck for over a week trying to get through to someone. This thread is absolutely incredible - I had no idea about the DE 385 form or the 8:01 AM calling strategy. It's honestly ridiculous that we need to become EDD experts just to fix simple mistakes, but I'm so grateful for everyone sharing what actually worked. I'm going to try the multi-approach strategy: fax the DE 385 with highlighted corrections, call every morning at 8:01 sharp, and keep detailed records of everything. The technical support line transfer trick is brilliant too! Thank you to everyone who took the time to share real solutions instead of just generic advice. This community is a lifesaver for navigating this bureaucratic mess! 🙏

This thread has been absolutely invaluable! I'm dealing with a similar SDI form error (wrong social security number - yikes!) and was feeling completely overwhelmed until I found all this collective wisdom. The step-by-step strategies everyone has shared are so much more helpful than anything I could find on the official EDD website. I'm definitely going to follow the proven game plan: submit the DE 385 form with highlighted corrections and a detailed cover letter, try the 8:01 AM calling strategy every morning, and keep meticulous documentation of everything. The tip about using online fax services for delivery confirmation is brilliant - I never would have thought of that but it makes total sense given how EDD seems to "lose" paperwork. It's honestly insane that we need to become tactical experts just to fix simple mistakes, but at least this community has figured out what actually works! Starting my correction battle tomorrow armed with all these strategies. Thank you everyone for turning what felt like an impossible situation into something manageable! 🤞

I'm new to this community but going through a very similar situation! My pregnancy disability ended a few weeks ago and I'm now dealing with postpartum depression and anxiety. This entire thread has been absolutely incredible - I had no clue about any of these processes before reading everyone's experiences. Based on all the detailed advice shared here, it's clear you'll need to file a NEW claim since your pregnancy disability already ended on 3/18. The comprehensive guidance from NeonNova about the step-by-step process and all the additional tips about using diagnosis code F53.0, backdating to 3/19, submitting via both fax and mail, and calling EDD first to flag your case are exactly what I needed to learn for my own situation. One thing I wanted to add that my postpartum doula mentioned - when your therapist completes the DE 2501 form, they should also include any recommendations for work accommodations or restrictions if relevant. For example, if they recommend reduced hours initially or specific workplace modifications to support your mental health recovery, documenting this can help justify the disability claim and potentially smooth your eventual return to work transition. Also, since you mentioned the hospital social worker recommended this extension, you might want to reach out to them again for support navigating the process. Social workers often have experience with EDD claims and might be able to provide additional guidance or even help advocate for you if there are any issues. The waiting period waiver mentioned by several people is huge - I had no idea that was possible for seamless transitions! This community knowledge is invaluable during such a challenging time. Thank you Paolo for asking this question - you've created such a helpful resource for new parents dealing with postpartum mental health and disability claims.

I'm new to this community but currently dealing with the transition from pregnancy disability to postpartum mental health support. This thread has been absolutely incredible - I had no idea these processes even existed before reading everyone's detailed experiences! Based on all the comprehensive advice shared here, it's clear that since your pregnancy disability claim already ended on 3/18, you'll need to file a NEW claim rather than extend. The step-by-step guidance from everyone, especially the details about using diagnosis code F53.0, backdating to 3/19, dual submission methods, and calling EDD first to flag your case, is exactly what I needed to learn for my own upcoming situation. One thing I wanted to add from what I learned during my pregnancy - make sure to keep detailed records of all your communications with EDD, including dates, times, and agent names if possible. I've heard that having this documentation can be really helpful if there are any delays or issues with processing your claim. Also, consider taking screenshots of your online account showing your pregnancy claim end date, as this can serve as additional proof of the timeline for your new postpartum claim. The community knowledge shared in this thread is absolutely invaluable during such a vulnerable and confusing time. Thank you Paolo for asking this question and creating such a helpful resource for new parents navigating postpartum mental health and disability claims. The collective wisdom here has transformed what seemed like an impossible bureaucratic maze into a manageable process with clear action steps. Wishing you success with getting your new claim processed smoothly!

I just want to say how impressed I am with how quickly and thoroughly you're handling this situation! Reading through all the advice here, it sounds like you have a solid plan now. One small additional tip - when you do get through to EDD on the phone, ask for the representative's name and ID number, and jot down the date/time of your call along with a summary of what they told you. If there are any issues later, having that information can be really helpful for reference. You're doing everything right by acting fast and getting multiple copies of documentation sent different ways. Medical certification errors happen more than people realize, and pregnancy claims especially have well-established timelines that EDD is familiar with. Try not to stress too much - you've got this handled!

I went through something very similar with my pregnancy disability claim! The exact same error happened - my doctor accidentally put my due date as the return-to-work date instead of 6-8 weeks postpartum. Here's what saved me: I immediately called both my doctor's office AND EDD the same day I noticed the mistake. My doctor's office was super understanding and rushed a corrected form with a cover letter explaining the error. The key is speed - don't wait for EDD to process the wrong form first! I also recommend sending the correction multiple ways (mail AND fax) and keeping detailed records of everything. EDD knows pregnancy recovery doesn't happen overnight, so they should understand this type of medical error. You're being really proactive by catching this early - that's going to make all the difference in avoiding any benefit interruption during your recovery period.

This is so relatable! I've been getting these phantom calls for about 3 weeks now - usually 1-2 per day from different numbers that look official but then just dead silence when I answer. The timing is really suspicious because it started right after I submitted my disability application. I've been keeping a note in my phone with all the numbers and times they called, and there's definitely a pattern - they seem to call most often between 10am-2pm on weekdays. What's really messing with my head is not knowing if I accidentally missed a real EDD worker due to a bad connection. I even called EDD's main line to ask if they had been trying to reach me and got told there were no outbound calls noted on my account. At this point I'm convinced these are either scammers who somehow know we've filed claims, or EDD's phone system is just completely broken. Either way, it's adding so much unnecessary stress to an already difficult process.

I've been getting these exact same phantom calls! Started about a week after I filed my SDI claim - phone rings from what looks like an official number, I answer hoping it's news about my case, but then just complete silence before they hang up. It's so frustrating because you're already on edge waiting for any updates about your payments. I've been letting unknown numbers go to voicemail now, but then I obsess over whether I missed something important. The anxiety is real when you're dealing with a disability and need those benefits to survive. Has anyone figured out a reliable way to tell if these are legitimate EDD calls with technical problems or if they're scammers targeting people who recently filed claims? The timing seems too coincidental to be random.