How to get baby bonding time paid? Need help understanding EDD eligibility!

Congrats on the new addition to your family! 🎉 I went through this process last year, so I can share some info. Generally, you need to have worked for your employer for at least 12 months and have worked a certain number of hours. The exact requirements can vary by state and employer, though. Have you checked with your HR department yet?

I found a method to get someone on the phone about this. I used this site's (claimyr.com) calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to my phone. It does cost $20, but it works. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/DOLxZQb92wM

Here's a comprehensive guide on baby bonding time and paid family leave: • Eligibility: Usually need to have worked for your employer for at least 12 months • Duration: Typically up to 12 weeks, but can vary by state and employer • Pay: Often a percentage of your regular salary, again varies by state/employer • Application: Start with your HR department, they'll guide you on whether to apply through work or the state • Documentation: You'll likely need proof of birth or adoption • Timing: Can usually be taken anytime within the first year after birth/adoption Remember, laws vary by state, so check your specific state's regulations. Also, some employers offer more generous policies than the legal minimum. Hope this helps! Let me know if you have any other questions.

ugh, i tried to apply for this last month and got denied. apparently i hadnt worked enough hours in the past year to qualify. such bs 😤

Has anyone here actually gotten through to a real person at the EDD? I've been trying for weeks and keep getting stuck in their automated system. It's driving me crazy! 🤯

Anyone know if this applies for adoptive parents too? Or is it just for birth parents?

lol remember when becoming a parent was just about loving a kid and not navigating a bureaucratic maze? 🤡 good times