< Back to California Disability

SDI Delay: 6+ Weeks No Payment After Pregnancy Claim - Help!

I applied for SDI while pregnant, with my due date in late December. My baby arrived a few days early, and now it's been over 6 weeks since I filed my claim, but I haven't received any payments. I've already gone through the 7-day waiting period, but still nothing. Has anyone else experienced this? Any ideas on what could be causing the delay or how I can get this resolved? I'm getting worried about finances and could really use some advice.

Amelia Dietrich

Ugh, I feel your pain! I went through something similar last year. Have you tried checking your EDD account online? Sometimes there are pending issues that aren't communicated well.

0 coins

-

KhalilStar

Thanks for the suggestion! I've checked my online account, but everything looks normal. No pending issues or requests for additional info. It's so frustrating 😫

0 coins

-

2M

Kaiya Rivera

Maybe try calling them? I know its a pain, but sometimes you gotta be the squeaky wheel to get the grease 🛢️

0 coins

-

2M

KhalilStar

Ive been trying to call for days but can never get through. It's like hitting my head against a wall 😭

0 coins

-

2M

Katherine Ziminski

I found a way to actually get someone on the phone. I used this site's (claimyr.com) calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to my phone. It does cost $20, but it works. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ

0 coins

-

Noah Irving

Sounds too good to be true. Has anyone else tried this?

0 coins

-

2M

Vanessa Chang

I'm skeptical. How do we know this isn't just some scam?

0 coins

-

2M

Katherine Ziminski

I get the skepticism, but I promise it's legit. Used it myself last month when I was in a similar situation. Saved me hours of frustration.

0 coins

-

2M

Madison King

Can confirm, it's real. Pricey, but worth it when you're desperate to talk to someone.

0 coins

-

2M

Julian Paolo

Here's what you need to do: 1. Double-check all your paperwork. Make sure you didn't miss any forms or signatures. 2. Call the SDI office first thing in the morning. Like, right when they open. 3. If you can't get through, try their online contact form. Be super detailed about your situation. 4. Reach out to your local assembly member's office. They can sometimes help push things along. 5. Keep a log of all your attempts to contact them. This can be useful if you need to escalate. 6. Check if your employer submitted all the necessary info on their end. 7. Be patient but persistent. The system is overwhelmed, but you'll get through eventually. Hang in there! I know it's tough, especially with a newborn, but you've got this! 💪

0 coins

-

KhalilStar

Wow, thank you so much for this detailed advice! I'll definitely try reaching out to my assembly member - that's not something I would have thought of.

0 coins

-

2M

Ella Knight

This is solid gold advice right here 💯 Especially the part about the assembly member. They can work miracles sometimes!

0 coins

-

2M

William Schwarz

have u tried faxing them? i kno it sounds crazy but sometimes the old school methods work best with these dinosaur agencies lol

0 coins

-

Lauren Johnson

I'm in the exact same boat! Applied in November, had my baby in December, and still crickets from SDI. This system is so broken 😡

0 coins

-

KhalilStar

Ugh, I'm sorry you're dealing with this too. It's so stressful! Have you had any luck getting through to anyone?

0 coins

-

2M

Lauren Johnson

Nope, not yet. Feels like shouting into the void. But hey, misery loves company, right? 🙃

0 coins

-

2M

Jade Santiago

Pro tip: if you can't get thru on the main line, try calling one of the SDI branch offices. Sometimes they're less swamped and can actually help. Here's a list: [link removed]

0 coins

-

KhalilStar

Thank you! I'll give this a try tomorrow morning. Fingers crossed 🤞

0 coins

-

2M

Caleb Stone

hate to say it but sometimes u just gotta wait it out. took almost 3 months for my claim to go thru last year. system's a joke tbh

0 coins

-

Daniel Price

3 months?! That's insane. How did you manage financially during that time?

0 coins

-

2M

Caleb Stone

it was rough ngl. had to borrow from family and max out credit cards. not ideal but we made it work

0 coins

-

2M

Olivia Evans

Have you considered reaching out to a local news station? Sometimes public pressure can light a fire under these agencies. Just a thought! 🤔

0 coins

-