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Chloe Martin
The EDD system is SO confusing with all these different benefit types! I made the mistake of thinking my maternity leave would automatically transition to baby bonding and ended up with a 3-week gap in benefits. What I learned: pregnancy disability (SDI) and baby bonding (PFL) are COMPLETELY separate claims, even though they're both through EDD. For your situation, having an inactive UI claim shouldn't cause problems as long as you're not certifying for UI while on disability. The key things to remember: 1. Track your claim status online religiously 2. Call if nothing shows up within a week 3. Know your exact disability end date (get it from your doctor) 4. File your baby bonding claim BEFORE your disability claim ends 5. SAVE EVERY PIECE OF PAPER they send you And yes, unfortunately, you might need to call them. Their online system is better than it used to be but still can't handle certain situations like yours.
Thank you so much! I didn't realize I needed to file the baby bonding claim BEFORE my disability ends. This is all so complicated. I'll definitely start checking my online account next week to make sure they received my paperwork.
my hr lady told me u can get more weeks if u have csection jsut fyi
That's correct. For vaginal delivery, the standard disability period is 4 weeks before birth and 6 weeks after. For C-section delivery, it's 4 weeks before birth and 8 weeks after. Your doctor can also extend these periods if there are complications. This is just for the disability portion (SDI) - everyone gets the same 8 weeks of baby bonding (PFL) regardless of delivery type.
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To answer your original question about the DE2501 form - that's actually for Disability Insurance claims (like pregnancy disability). For baby bonding PFL, he needs the DE2508 form for Paid Family Leave. And he doesn't need any forms from his employer beforehand - he just needs to apply online, and the EDD system will send the necessary notices to his employer automatically. They'll verify his employment and last day worked after he submits the claim.
Thank you for clarifying! He's going to apply today then. I appreciate everyone's help!
Sarah Ali
good luck with everything!! babies grow sooo fast, it's amazing your husband can take bonding time. my hubby only got 2 weeks off when our little one was born in february and it wasn't nearly enough. make sure he soaks up every minute of that bonding time!!! 💖👶
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Malia Ponder
Update: My husband found his claim on SDI Online! It says "pending" so I guess that means they received it. Still no approval yet but at least it's in the system. He's going to call tomorrow morning to check if they need anything else from us. Thanks everyone for your help! I'll let you know what happens. Trying to enjoy these newborn days but the financial stress is real!
Great news that it's showing in the system! "Pending" is normal at this stage. When he calls, ask specifically about the intermittent schedule certification process too, so you'll be prepared when the first payment period ends. Wishing you both well with your new baby!
Can I ask a related question because I'm so confused about all this??? If I'm on pregnancy disability leave right now (baby due in 3 weeks), do I AUTOMATICALLY transition to baby bonding PFL or do I need to file a whole new claim? My doctor put me out at 36 weeks for high blood pressure and nobody at my work explained any of this!!!!
Kyle Wallace
•You need to file a separate PFL claim for baby bonding after your pregnancy disability ends. These are two different benefits. Pregnancy disability (SDI) can last up to 4 weeks before birth and 6-8 weeks after (longer with complications). When that ends, you file for PFL baby bonding, which gives you an additional 8 weeks. They don't automatically transition you - you must apply for PFL separately, but you can do this while still on pregnancy disability to avoid gaps in payment. I'd recommend applying for PFL about 1-2 weeks before your SDI is set to end.
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Caleb Stone
I'm going through literally the exact same thing right now! 30 weeks pregnant and changed my name after marriage in January. I tried for 2 weeks to call EDD with no luck. Finally I went to my local EDD office in person with my marriage certificate and ID. The woman I spoke with said phone lines are overwhelmed but they can handle name changes in person. Took about an hour of waiting but so worth it! Maybe see if there's an office near you?
Madison King
•I didn't even think about going in person! There's an office about 30 minutes from me. If I can't get through on Tuesday using the Identity Verification number, I'll definitely try this approach. Thank you!!
Caleb Stone
•No problem! Just make sure to check their hours before going. Mine was only open Mon-Thurs 8-12. Bring everything - marriage certificate, old ID, new ID, social security card, and your prenatal records just in case. Good luck with everything! 💕
Ella Knight
Update?? Did u get thru?
Madison King
•YES! Finally got it sorted yesterday! I ended up using that Claimyr service someone mentioned above. Got connected to an EDD rep in about 20 mins. They're sending me the DE 1101ID form to complete and said I should fax it back with copies of my marriage certificate. The rep assured me this won't delay my maternity claim as long as I get it done before I file. Such a relief!!
Juan Moreno
I just wanted to clarify something important about PFL claims for baby bonding. There are actually TWO important deadlines to be aware of: 1. You must APPLY within 12 months of the child's birth 2. You must TAKE the leave within 12 months of birth Since your husband was initially approved and has been actively trying to resolve this for months, he has clearly met the first requirement. However, for the second requirement, he needs to have actually taken time off work for bonding purposes within the first year of your child's life. Based on your post, it sounds like he may have already taken this time off last year when he was initially approved? If so, I would specifically mention this in all communications with EDD and your assembly member. Emphasize that he fulfilled both requirements - he applied AND took the time off within the required timeframe - and is simply waiting for the approved benefits to be released after the address verification issue.
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Sergio Neal
•Yes! He did take the full 6 weeks off work right after our daughter was born. He returned to work after that because we couldn't afford to have him unpaid any longer, thinking the PFL payment would come soon after. Thank you for pointing out these two separate requirements - I'll definitely emphasize this in our communications.
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Savanna Franklin
also make sure ur husband checks his spam folder every day!!! sometimes edd sends emails that go to spam and then they close ur case if u dont respond in like 10 days. happened to my cousin and she had to start all over again with her claim
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Sergio Neal
•Good point! We've been checking his email regularly including spam, but I'll make sure we're doing it daily from now on. EDD communication is so frustrating - they never seem to tell you when or how they're going to contact you.
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