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I'm so glad you got confirmation from EDD! Just wanted to add that I went through something similar (medical complications after birth) and the bonding leave was absolutely worth fighting for. Those 8 weeks were so precious for recovery and connecting with my baby after everything we'd been through. Make sure to take care of yourself during this time - you've been through a lot! And don't hesitate to reach out if you run into any snags with the paperwork process. This community has been super helpful for navigating all the EDD chaos.
Thank you so much for the encouragement! It's really comforting to hear from someone who went through similar medical complications. I'm definitely looking forward to that bonding time - it feels like I've missed out on so much during these months of recovery. This community has been amazing and I'm so grateful for all the support and advice everyone has shared. It's made navigating this whole process so much less overwhelming!
I'm going through almost the exact same situation right now! My baby is 9 months old and I'm finally transitioning off disability next month after complications from a C-section that got infected. Reading through all these responses has been so reassuring - I was really worried I'd miss out on bonding leave entirely. It's crazy how the EDD website doesn't make this clearer! For anyone else in this boat, I found it helpful to call my case worker directly (the number is on your disability paperwork) rather than the main EDD line. She was able to walk me through the transition process and confirmed the 12-month rule too. Hang in there mama - we've got this! 💪
Oh wow, it's so reassuring to hear from someone else going through the exact same thing! The C-section infection complications sound awful - I'm sorry you had to deal with that on top of everything else. That's a great tip about calling the case worker directly, I didn't even think to try that number instead of the main line. It really is frustrating how unclear the EDD website is about these timing issues, especially when you're already dealing with medical stress and recovery. Thanks for sharing your experience and the encouragement - it really helps to know we're not alone in navigating this crazy system! 💕
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I'm going through a very similar situation right now! I was laid off in January while on SDI for surgery recovery, and just successfully transitioned to UI last month. Here's what worked for me: The most important thing is timing - apply for UI the EXACT week your SDI ends. Don't wait even a few days because it can complicate things. Also, when you fill out the UI application, there's a section where you can explain your circumstances. I wrote something like: "I was scheduled to be laid off on [date] but was unable to work due to medical disability from [start date] to [end date]. I am now medically cleared to return to work as of [clearance date]." Your base period wages from before you got sick are what matter for UI eligibility, not the disability payments. Since you were earning good wages for 3+ years, you should definitely qualify. One last tip: if you run into any issues during the process, don't give up! Sometimes it takes talking to 2-3 different EDD representatives to find one who really understands these transition cases. Good luck!
This is exactly what I needed to hear! I'm so glad to connect with someone who just went through this successfully. I'm definitely going to use your suggested wording for the application - that explains the situation perfectly without being too wordy. My SDI should end around June 15th, so I'll mark my calendar to apply for UI that exact week. It's such a relief to know that others have made this transition work. Thank you for sharing your experience and the encouragement - it really means a lot when you're feeling overwhelmed by all the bureaucracy!
I'm currently dealing with a similar situation and this thread has been incredibly helpful! I was laid off in April while on SDI for pregnancy complications, and my disability benefits end next month. Reading everyone's experiences has given me so much more confidence about applying for UI. One question I haven't seen addressed yet - does anyone know if there are any special considerations for pregnancy-related disability claims when transitioning to UI? My HR department mentioned something about "constructive separation" since my layoff happened while I was out, but I'm not sure if that changes anything about the base period calculations or application process. Also, for those who successfully made this transition - how long did it typically take from application to first UI payment? I'm trying to plan my finances accordingly since there might be a gap between my last SDI payment and first UI payment. Thanks again to everyone who shared their experiences - it's so valuable to hear from people who actually went through this rather than trying to decipher the EDD website alone!
Welcome to the community! I'm new here too but have been following this thread closely as I'm in a similar boat. From what I've gathered from everyone's experiences, pregnancy-related disability shouldn't be treated any differently than other medical disabilities when transitioning to UI - the key is still having that work history in your base period before you went out on leave. Regarding the "constructive separation" - that actually sounds like it might work in your favor! It means your employer is acknowledging that your employment ended due to the layoff, not because you were unable to work. Definitely keep any documentation about that. As for timing, it sounds like most people here got their first UI payment within 2-3 weeks of applying (assuming no complications), but it's smart to plan for potential delays. Maybe keep a small buffer in your budget just in case? I'm planning to apply for UI in about a month when my SDI ends, and this thread has been such a lifesaver for understanding the process. Good luck with your application!
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lol good luck. EDD is where paperwork goes to die. I swear they have a black hole for important documents 🕳️
🤣🤣🤣 sad but true
Have you tried reaching out to your local assembly member's office? They can sometimes help expedite things with EDD. Worth a shot if you're really stuck.
Just google '[your city] assembly member'. Their office should have a way to contact them for constituent services. They deal with EDD issues all the time.
This is actually great advice! I contacted my assembly member's office when I was having issues with my disability claim last year. They have a whole constituent services team that deals specifically with EDD problems. They were able to get me a callback from EDD within 48 hours when I had been trying for weeks on my own. Definitely worth trying @StarStrider!
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Just checking in - has your husband had any luck submitting the retroactive interruption form? As others have mentioned, it's definitely better to sort this out now rather than waiting until his next leave period is about to begin. One other important thing to note: make sure any dates he puts on the reestablishment form (DE 2501F) for his August leave are EXACT. If he puts August 1-14 but then takes August 3-17 instead, it can cause major issues with processing. The dates on the form need to match the actual leave dates precisely.
Thank you for checking back! He finally managed to get through to EDD yesterday after several attempts. The representative said he can submit the interruption form late and it shouldn't impact his next leave period. She also said we should submit the reestablishment form at least 10 days before his next leave period starts. Fingers crossed it all goes smoothly! And thank you for the tip about exact dates - his work schedule can sometimes shift a bit so we'll make sure to only submit the form when the dates are 100% confirmed.
That's great news that he got through to EDD! I'm glad they confirmed he can submit the interruption form late. Just wanted to add one more tip from my experience - when he submits the DE 2501F for his August leave, make sure he has his employer's confirmation of the approved dates in writing first. My husband's work initially approved certain dates but then had to shift them due to a project deadline, and we had already submitted the reestablishment form. It created a whole mess with EDD where they said the dates didn't match what his employer reported. We had to get a letter from HR explaining the schedule change and it delayed his benefits by almost 2 weeks. Also, keep track of exactly how many weeks he's used so far (sounds like 2 weeks) so you don't accidentally go over the 8-week limit. EDD won't automatically stop you from filing for more time than you're entitled to, but they'll definitely come after you for overpayment later!
This is such valuable advice, thank you! I hadn't even thought about the employer confirmation piece - that's definitely something we'll make sure to get in writing before submitting any forms. The overpayment warning is scary too... we'll definitely keep a running tally of weeks used. Quick question - when you say "what his employer reported," does EDD automatically verify leave dates with employers? Or is this something that only happens if there's a discrepancy? I'm trying to understand how closely they monitor the employer side of things.
Great question! From what I understand, EDD doesn't automatically verify with employers for every claim, but they do have systems in place to cross-reference information. When your husband's employer processes payroll and reports wages/time off to state agencies, there can be flags if the dates don't align with what was submitted to EDD. In my case, I think what happened was that EDD's system flagged the discrepancy when they processed the benefit payments and saw that the dates on our form didn't match what the employer had reported in their quarterly filings. It's not like they call your HR department for every claim, but the data eventually gets compared through their automated systems. The safer approach is definitely to make sure everything matches upfront rather than hoping it won't get caught. State agencies are getting better at data matching, especially for benefit fraud prevention. Better to have that employer confirmation letter ready just in case!
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Just to give you some peace of mind about the timeline: even with the delay, you should still receive your maternity disability benefits before your due date. EDD typically processes ID verification within 7-10 business days once received. After that, if everything else in your application is complete, you should start receiving payments within another 1-2 weeks. So roughly 3 weeks total from when you send in your documents, which still gives you plenty of time before your baby arrives in 8 weeks.
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•That timeline is really helpful, thank you! I was so worried I might not get anything until after the baby comes. I appreciate everyone's help and advice - feeling much less stressed now.
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I went through this exact same panic when I was pregnant with my daughter! Missing that deadline felt like the end of the world, but honestly EDD is pretty understanding about late submissions, especially for pregnancy-related claims. I sent mine in 5 days late and included a brief note about pregnancy symptoms affecting my ability to keep up with mail - they processed it without any issues. One thing I'd add to the great advice already given: when you call EDD to notify them about the late submission, ask them to put a note in your file about the pregnancy-related delay. This can help if there are any questions later. Also, keep copies of everything you send and get a tracking number so you have proof of delivery. You've got this mama - take a deep breath and get those documents sent tomorrow! 💙
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