EDD website now showing PFL claim status online? Big change from last year?

Yes! They rolled out updates to the UI Online portal in late 2024. The new claim status tracking features were part of a larger system upgrade. It used to be completely ridiculous - file a claim and then just wait blindly for weeks with no visibility. I went through that nightmare with my first baby in 2023. The upgraded system now shows: - Claim status (pending/approved/denied) - Estimated weekly benefit amount - Processing timeline - Any missing documentation It's a HUGE improvement from the old system where you had to constantly call or wait for mail. Still not perfect, but at least now we can actually see what's happening with our claims!

i don't think its completley new? i filed in november for my twins and could see somee basic info but not evrything. maybe they just added more features? the websit is still super glitchy tho, i got logged out 3 times yesterday trying to check my remaining balance lol

They definitely changed it! I remember calling EDD literally 47 times when I filed for my PFL claim in June 2024 because there was NO way to check status online. Their old system was from like 1995 I swear. But here's a tip if you still need to talk to someone (because let's be real, the website will probably break at some point): I used Claimyr to get through to an EDD agent in like 20 minutes instead of spending all day hitting redial. Their video shows how it works: https://youtu.be/DOLxZQb92wM?si=6N1iCQ3a8Cdb2Ay5 Saved my sanity when I had to fix an issue with my last certification. The website is claimyr.com if you need it. Definitely worth it if you're trying to reach EDD about your baby bonding claim!

The online status checking is new but DON'T TRUST IT!!! My claim showed "approved" for 3 weeks but I never got paid. When I finally got through to someone they said there was a "system flag" that the website didn't show. THE SYSTEM IS STILL BROKEN. Always call to verify anything important, don't just trust what the website says.

I filed my baby bonding PFL claim in February 2025 and could see the status online then, so it's been working for at least a few months. The online system is definitely an improvement over the old mail-only approach, but be careful about relying on it completely. One important tip: even with the online status checking, you should still monitor your mail and email. Some critical notices only come through those channels, especially if there are issues with your claim. I had a situation where the website showed everything was fine, but they mailed me a request for additional documentation that I almost missed. Also, the transition from pregnancy disability to baby bonding still requires a separate application process. Make sure you complete form DE2501F for disability (pregnancy) and then DE2508 for PFL (bonding). The website won't automatically transition you from one to the other.

Just a quick update - I called EDD using that Claimyr service I mentioned earlier, and the rep confirmed they've been rolling out these online features gradually over the past 6 months. She said by June 2025 they'll have even more features active including the ability to upload additional documents directly through the portal instead of faxing/mailing them. Apparently, the funding for these upgrades was approved in late 2023, but it took a while to implement. Tech moves slowly in government!

One more thing to be aware of: while the online status features are helpful, there are still some limitations. The system updates overnight in batches, not in real-time. So if something changes with your claim during the day, you won't see it reflected online until the next day. Also, for those transitioning from pregnancy disability (SDI) to baby bonding (PFL), you still need to submit a separate PFL application. The system won't automatically roll you from one program to the other, even though they're both administered by EDD. Make sure you submit your baby bonding claim (DE2508) before your SDI benefits end to avoid any gap in payments.

This is so helpful to read everyone's experiences! I'm currently 32 weeks pregnant and planning to take both pregnancy disability and baby bonding leave. Reading this thread makes me feel way more prepared than I was with my first baby in 2022 when I had NO idea what I was doing with EDD. Quick question for those who've used the new online system - does it show your remaining benefit balance clearly? Like if I'm entitled to 8 weeks of baby bonding but only use 6 weeks initially, will I be able to see that I still have 2 weeks left for later use? With my first, I never used my full entitlement and had no clue how much I had left until it was too late. Also @Omar Farouk thanks for that tip about the overnight batch updates - that explains why I've seen some delays when checking claim status on other state benefit sites!

This is amazing timing! I'm currently dealing with EDD for the first time (just had my baby 3 weeks ago) and was dreading the whole process based on horror stories from friends. But seeing that I can actually track my claim status online is such a relief! Just submitted my baby bonding PFL application yesterday and I can already see it's "under review" with an estimated processing time of 2-3 weeks. This is SO much better than the old system where you'd just submit paperwork into the void and pray. One question though - for those who've been through this recently, how accurate are those estimated processing timelines? Should I expect it to actually take 2-3 weeks or is that just a rough estimate? I'm trying to plan my finances around when the payments might start coming in. Also really appreciate all the tips about checking mail/email even with the online system and making sure to file the PFL claim before disability ends. This community is incredibly helpful for navigating all this bureaucracy!

Wow, this thread is giving me so much hope! I'm due in May and have been absolutely dreading dealing with EDD based on all the horror stories I've heard from mom friends. The fact that they finally have a functioning online system feels like a miracle. Quick question for everyone - I work for a small company (only 8 employees) and my HR person has never dealt with PFL claims before. She's kind of freaking out about the whole process. Has anyone had experience with smaller employers who aren't familiar with the system? Are there any resources or guides that might help her understand what she needs to do on the employer side? Also, I'm planning to take my full 8 weeks of baby bonding leave right after my pregnancy disability ends. Based on what I'm reading here, it sounds like timing the transition is crucial. Should I submit my PFL application before I even give birth, or wait until I'm ready to transition from disability to bonding leave? Don't want to mess this up! Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences - this is exactly the kind of real-world info that's impossible to find on the official EDD website! 🙏