Applying for PFL while working two jobs - quit one job but continuing other until birth?

You'll need to apply for Pregnancy Disability Leave (PDL), not PFL right now. PFL for baby bonding comes AFTER you give birth. For your current situation with two jobs, you'll file a Disability Insurance (DI) claim using the DE2501 form for the job you're leaving now. On the form, you'll indicate you're still working at your second job. This is completely allowed! Just make sure your doctor knows you're still working part-time so they can complete their portion of the form accurately. After you give birth, you'll transition from disability to PFL for baby bonding, and at that point, you'll need to stop working at both jobs to receive full PFL benefits.

You CAN'T get PFL before birth!!!! That's a huge mistake people make. Before birth = disability. After birth = PFL for baby bonding. Just FYI, when I was pregnant last year, I had to call EDD like 17 times before someone actually answered who knew what they were talking about. The system is BROKEN and they don't make it easy for pregnant women who are just trying to understand their benefits!!!

I had almost the exact same situation in 2025 - teaching full-time and doing consulting part-time. Here's what I did: 1. Filed for Pregnancy Disability (NOT PFL) for my teaching job at 36 weeks using DE2501 form 2. Continued my consulting work until I gave birth 3. After birth, filed for PFL baby bonding and stopped ALL work Make sure to clearly indicate on your disability form that you're still working another job with reduced hours. Your benefit will be calculated based primarily on the job you're leaving. Being transparent about the second job is critical - you don't want to risk an overpayment situation later. Also, your doctor should indicate on the medical certification that you're able to perform your remote job but not your main job. This is completely normal and EDD handles these situations all the time.

I tried calling EDD about a similar situation when I was pregnant and literally could NOT get through to anyone. Spent hours on hold and got disconnected every time. So frustrating when you're pregnant and stressed and just need answers! 😡

when i had my baby i totally messed this up lol. i didnt realize there was disability first THEN pfl after. i applied for the wrong thing and had to start over. make sure u apply for disability first!!!

just wondering but what kind of remote data entry job do u have that lets u work while pregnant?? im looking for something flexible like that for my next pregnancy cause my current job is killing my back!!

One important detail to remember: When you complete your disability claim, you'll need to indicate the full date range you expect to be off work BEFORE birth (typically 4 weeks before your due date, though it can be earlier with doctor certification). Then after delivery, your doctor will need to complete another certification showing your actual delivery date. After your disability claim for pregnancy/birth ends (typically 6-8 weeks after delivery, depending on delivery type), you'll file a SEPARATE claim for PFL baby bonding. Don't assume the transition happens automatically - you need to initiate the PFL claim yourself! And just to clarify - your PDL benefits are calculated based on your highest earning quarter, so your second job's income may be factored in depending on your base period. But you can absolutely receive PDL benefits for one job while continuing to work another, as long as your doctor certifies this arrangement.

As someone who just went through this exact process a few months ago, I want to add one more tip that really helped me! Make sure to keep detailed records of your work schedules and earnings from both jobs during your base period (the 12-month period before you file). EDD may request wage verification from both employers, and having your own records made the process so much smoother. Also, don't stress too much about "messing up" your claim - the EDD representatives (when you can reach them!) are generally understanding about complicated employment situations like yours. The key is just being completely honest about both jobs on all your forms. You've got this! 💪