Oof, dealing with PFL and SDI at the same time sounds like a nightmare. Sending good vibes your way, OP! 🙏

I've been through this exact situation! The key is to be super persistent and try multiple channels at once. While you're waiting for the overpayment form, I'd suggest calling both PFL and SDI to make sure they have each other's contact info and are aware of your transition timeline. Also, ask for a supervisor when you do get through - they sometimes have more power to expedite things. In the meantime, keep detailed records of every interaction and consider filing a formal complaint if it drags on much longer. The system is frustrating but you'll get through it! 💪

my first PFL payment took 9 days to arrive after i applied. no waiting period but they're slow processing! the amount was same as my disability checks

I just went through this exact transition in February! Filed my PFL application the day after my disability ended and got my first payment 6 days later - so definitely watch for it early next week like Sebastian mentioned. Your $1,250/week should stay exactly the same since they use identical calculation methods now. The key is making sure you filed the DE2501F form (not just continuing to certify for disability) and that all your doctor's paperwork was completed correctly. One thing that helped me was checking my EDD Online account daily to make sure the claim status actually switched from "Disability" to "Paid Family Leave." If it still shows disability after a few days, that could indicate a processing issue. Also keep all your confirmation numbers and screenshots - if there are any delays, having that documentation makes it much easier when you call EDD. Congrats on your new baby and good luck!

To answer your earlier question to me - I applied for PFL online and it was pretty straightforward. The one-week gap between benefits was stressful (especially since no one warned me about it), but I had planned ahead financially just in case. One important thing - when your disability claim is approved, they'll give you an estimated end date for your SDI benefits. This is usually based on a standard recovery time. Apply for PFL about 9-10 days before that estimated end date. If you apply too early, they might deny it. If you apply too late, you'll have a bigger gap in payments. Also, save EVERYTHING. Every piece of paper, every confirmation number, take screenshots of your online submissions. You'll be glad you did if something goes wrong and you need to prove you submitted something.

As someone who just went through this entire process last year, I wanted to add a few practical tips that might help! First, create a calendar reminder to check your SDI Online account weekly once your claim is approved. Even though payments are automatic, I caught an issue early because I was monitoring regularly. Second, start gathering documents for your PFL application NOW - you'll need your baby's birth certificate or hospital record of birth, and sometimes getting these documents takes longer than expected when you're juggling a newborn. Third, consider opening a separate savings account for your maternity leave funds. EDD payments come on a different schedule than regular paychecks, and having everything in one place helps with budgeting during this transition. Lastly, don't be afraid to reach out to your local EDD office if you run into issues. Sometimes the in-person staff can resolve problems faster than the phone system. You've got this! The process seems overwhelming at first, but once you understand the flow from SDI to PFL, it becomes much more manageable.

Hey OP, how long has it been since you applied? Sometimes it can take a few weeks to process, especially if there's a backlog.

I'm going through the exact same thing right now! Applied 2 weeks ago for PFL and radio silence from EDD. No emails, no updates in my online account - nothing. It's so stressful when you're depending on that money. I've been reading through all these comments and it sounds like calling early in the morning might be the way to go. Also thinking about reaching out to my assembly member's office like @Mateo Gonzalez suggested. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences - at least I know I'm not alone in this mess! 😤

Update: I submitted my DE1378N form last week and just got confirmation that they received it! Now I'm nervously waiting for approval. The agent I spoke with said it should process within 2-3 weeks, which would put me right at the end of this quarter. Cutting it super close but hopefully it works out! Thanks everyone for all your advice - I would have been completely lost without it. Will update again when I hear back about approval!

Just wanted to add another perspective as someone who went through this process recently! I'm a freelance photographer and enrolled in Elective Coverage when I was about 10 weeks pregnant. One thing I wish I had known earlier is that your benefit amount is calculated based on your REPORTED income, not what you actually earned. So if you're conservative with your income estimate (like I was), your benefits will be lower even if your actual business income ends up being higher. Also, keep really good records of all your business expenses and income from the moment you enroll. When you file your actual disability claim, having organized financial records makes the process SO much smoother. I used a simple spreadsheet to track everything monthly and it saved me hours of scrambling later. Good luck with everything - the timeline is tight but definitely doable if you move quickly! And congratulations on your little one on the way! 💕