I've been following this thread because I'm dealing with something similar as a remote worker. One thing that hasn't been mentioned yet is that you might want to check if your employer has been correctly handling other CA employment law requirements too - like meal/rest break premiums, overtime calculations, and final pay timing rules. Since CA has some of the most employee-friendly laws in the country, working remotely from CA means you're entitled to all those protections even if your company is based elsewhere. If they've been missing the SDI piece, they might have missed other compliance issues too. Also, regarding your variable hours (15-22/week), make sure your employer understands that CA considers you a part-time employee with full rights to SDI/PFL benefits. Some out-of-state employers mistakenly think part-time workers aren't covered by CA disability programs, but that's not true. You might want to suggest your employer consult with a CA employment attorney or HR specialist who deals with remote worker compliance. It'll cost them some money upfront but could save major headaches (and penalties) down the road. Good luck with everything!

I just went through this exact situation last year! My employer (based in Oregon) had been incorrectly withholding for their state instead of CA SDI for almost 3 years while I worked remotely from San Francisco. Here's what actually worked for me: **The process that worked:** 1. Applied for PFL immediately while corrections were pending - don't wait! 2. Got a letter from my employer acknowledging the error and confirming they were filing corrections 3. Used the "Additional Information" section in my EDD application to explain the payroll error situation 4. Called EDD (used Claimyr after getting nowhere with regular calls) and got assigned a specialist who could track my case **Timeline:** It took about 6 weeks total from application to first payment, but that included 3 weeks of back-and-forth with documentation. Once EDD understood the situation and had proof my employer was correcting it, they approved the claim retroactively. **Key tip:** Make sure your employer files the DE 9ADJ forms for ALL quarters you've worked in CA, not just recent ones. My employer initially only wanted to correct the last quarter, but EDD needed the full work history to establish my base period wages. The part-time hours won't hurt you at all - your benefit amount is calculated on your highest quarter earnings in the base period. Since you're already bonding with your baby, time is definitely a factor, so start the application process ASAP while your employer handles the corrections. Good luck!

Hey OP, when you do get through to someone, make sure to get their name and ID number. It helps if you need to follow up later.

@Nadia Zaldivar I went through the exact same thing a few months ago! The wage continuation error is super common. Here's what worked for me: When you call (and yes, you'll need to call), be very clear that you made an error on the initial form and need to correct the wage continuation question. They can actually update this in their system without you having to file a whole new claim. Also, if you have any documentation from your employer showing you didn't receive continued wages (like a final paystub or termination letter), have that ready. The whole process took about 2 weeks for me once I got through to someone. Don't give up - you've got this! 💪

This is such a common source of confusion! Miguel is absolutely right - you should select "Illness/Pregnancy Disability" for the SDI application. Think of it this way: the SDI system needs to know what's currently making you unable to work, not what originally separated you from your job. Your pregnancy is the medical condition that's preventing you from working now, which is exactly what SDI covers. Your timeline sounds perfect - transitioning from UI to SDI at 36 weeks is very typical. When you call EDD, they can also confirm that selecting pregnancy disability is correct and help ensure a smooth transition between the two programs. One tip: keep documentation of both your layoff (for UI records) and your pregnancy disability dates (for SDI) - having clear records of the transition will be helpful if any questions come up later. You're handling this exactly right by being proactive about the switch!

I completely agree with Miguel and Mei - definitely select "Illness/Pregnancy Disability" on your SDI application! You're absolutely doing the right thing by transitioning from UI to SDI at 36 weeks. That question on the SDI form is specifically asking about your current medical reason for being unable to work, not your employment history. Since pregnancy is what's preventing you from working now (not the layoff from December), that's what SDI needs to know about. Your plan sounds solid - calling EDD to stop your UI claim and certifying as unable to work this Sunday will create a clean transition. Just make sure you have your healthcare provider complete the medical certification portion of your SDI claim, as that's required for pregnancy disability benefits. Don't stress too much about this - you're being very thoughtful about the process and asking the right questions. The EDD representatives should be able to confirm everything when you call them. Good luck with your claim and congratulations on your upcoming arrival!

This whole thread is so helpful! I'm in a similar boat - just got the same request from EDD and was totally overwhelmed. Reading through everyone's experiences and tips has made me feel way less alone in this mess. Special shoutout to @KaiEsmeralda for that incredibly detailed guide - you're amazing! One thing I'm curious about: has anyone had success with submitting everything at once versus breaking it up into smaller batches? I'm worried about file size limits but also don't want to flood them with separate emails. Also, for those who've been through this - how long did it typically take for them to review everything once submitted? Thanks again everyone for sharing your experiences. This community is a lifesaver! 🙏

I just went through this exact process last month! Here's what worked for me: Upload everything through your EDD online account portal if possible - it's way more reliable than email. I organized my paystubs chronologically (oldest to newest) and created one master PDF with clear page breaks between months. For your photo ID, scan both front and back on the same page so they can see it's all one document. Make sure the scan is high quality - they rejected my first attempt because the text was too blurry. Pro tip: Create a simple cover letter listing exactly what you're submitting (12 months paystubs from X date to Y date, photo ID, etc.) with your claim number at the top. This helps them process it faster. The whole review took about 3 weeks for me. Don't panic if you don't hear back right away - they're swamped but they will get to it. Keep copies of everything and screenshot your submission confirmations! You got this! The process sucks but once it's done, it's done. 💪

I just submitted my DE 2593 form this morning and stumbled across this thread while frantically googling about payment delays! What a relief to find so many other expecting moms going through the exact same thing. I'm 31 weeks pregnant and this is my first experience with pregnancy disability - I had absolutely no idea these continuing eligibility forms were part of the process. Like everyone else has said, it's so frustrating that EDD doesn't give any heads up about potential delays when they send these forms! I was expecting my regular bi-weekly payment and when it didn't show up, I immediately panicked thinking something was wrong with my claim. Even just a simple "processing may take 7-10 business days" notice would save so much stress. The consistent 10 business day timeline that keeps coming up in everyone's experiences is really reassuring. @Ahooker-Equator thank you for coming back with your update - success stories like yours give me hope! And to all the other moms currently waiting, it's comforting to know we're supporting each other through this uncertainty. Pregnancy is overwhelming enough without adding payment delays to the mix, but this community has been such a lifesaver for managing the anxiety. I'll try to remember to come back and update once my payment comes through too. Fingers crossed we all get sorted out soon! 🤞✨

I'm currently on day 2 after submitting my DE 2593 and this thread has been absolutely invaluable! I was completely panicking when my regular payment didn't show up yesterday - I had no idea these continuing eligibility forms were even part of the process. I'm 35 weeks pregnant and this is my first time dealing with pregnancy disability, so everything about this system has been a learning experience. Like everyone else has mentioned, EDD's communication is terrible! They really should include some kind of processing timeline when they send these forms. I've been obsessively checking my SDI account every few hours, which I know isn't helping my stress levels. The consistent 10 business day timeline that keeps coming up gives me hope that I should see my payment by early next week. @Ahooker-Equator thank you so much for updating us with your success story - it's exactly what I needed to hear! And to everyone else waiting, it's such a relief to know we're not alone in this. Between doctor appointments, nursery prep, and now payment uncertainty, pregnancy stress is real! I'll make sure to come back and update when my payment comes through. This community support has been amazing - thank you all for sharing your real experiences and timelines! 🤞💙