Quick update - payment finally came through today! It took exactly 12 business days from filing. The EDD rep I spoke with (finally got through after using the 8am trick) said they're currently processing most baby bonding claims in 10-14 business days, so right on schedule I guess. And yes, it came on a debit card even though I selected direct deposit. Thanks everyone for the help and advice!

Congrats on your baby girl and glad to hear your payment finally came through! That's really helpful to know the actual timeline. I'm curious - when you called using the 8am trick, how long were you on hold before speaking to someone? And did the EDD rep mention anything about why some claims get flagged for additional review? I'm expecting my second child in a few months and want to be prepared for the PFL process this time around.

Hang in there OP! I know the waits tough, but itll be worth it when that first payment hits ur account. Sending good vibes ur way! ✨

I just went through this process last month! Mine took exactly 3 weeks from the date my claim was approved. Make sure you're checking the right date - it's not from when you first applied, but from when EDD actually approves your claim (you'll get a notice). Also, if you haven't already, sign up for text alerts on your EDD account - they'll notify you when payments are processed. The first payment usually covers your waiting week plus the current week, so it might be a bit bigger than expected. Good luck!

Oof, sounds rough buddy. Hang in there! 🤞

I went through something similar last month! The confusion between EDD and SDI is super common. Just to add to what others have said - when you call SDI, make sure you have your Social Security number and any claim numbers handy. Also, if you're dealing with a pay dispute specifically, you might want to ask about filing a formal appeal in writing too. Sometimes having a paper trail helps move things along faster. Good luck and don't give up! 💪

Hate to say it, but sometimes you just gotta keep calling. I literally called 137 times in one day before I got through. It's exhausting but eventually it'll work.

This is so frustrating but unfortunately pretty common with EDD right now. A few things that might help: try calling the 2511 number instead of the main line - sometimes it has shorter wait times. Also, if you have any documentation from when you first filed (confirmation numbers, emails, etc.), keep those handy when you do get through. The rep will need them to locate your "missing" claim. Sometimes claims get flagged for review and temporarily disappear from your online portal, but they're still in the system. Don't panic - your claim isn't actually gone, it's just not visible to you right now. Keep us updated on how it goes!

Pro tip: if you can't get through on the main line, try calling right when they open or just before they close. Sometimes you can catch em off guard lol

Been in a similar situation before! The wrong end date thing is actually pretty common - when you get through to someone, just explain it was an input error and have your correct dates ready. For the 4-day payment issue, that could be because they're only counting weekdays or there might be a waiting period applied. Ask them to show you exactly how they calculated it and if there are any penalties or waiting periods affecting your payment. Also, don't be afraid to ask for a supervisor if the first person can't help - sometimes you need someone with more system access to fix date issues.