How to take last few weeks of EDD baby bonding leave? Need advice ASAP!

Congrats on the new baby! 🎉 I just went through this process a few months ago. First thing you need to do is file a claim with EDD. Make sure you have all your paperwork ready - birth certificate, last day of work info, etc. It can take a while to process, so start ASAP!

make sure you file within 41 days of when you want your claim to start! thats super important. if you miss that window you might lose out on some benefits

I found a way to actually get someone on the phone at EDD! 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

Ugh, good luck dealing with EDD. Their system is such a mess rn. I've been trying to sort out an issue with my claim for weeks and can't get anyone on the phone 😤

Here's a detailed breakdown of what you need to do for baby bonding leave: 1. File your claim online through SDI Online. You'll need your personal info, employment details, and last day worked. 2. Provide the child's birth certificate or other proof of birth. 3. If you're currently on pregnancy disability leave, you can transition to baby bonding by submitting a claim for Paid Family Leave. 4. You can take up to 8 weeks of baby bonding leave within the first year of your child's birth. 5. Benefits are about 60-70% of your wages, up to a maximum weekly benefit amount. 6. Keep an eye on your EDD account for updates and any requests for additional information. 7. If you run into issues, keep trying to contact EDD. It can be frustrating, but persistence usually pays off. Hope this helps! Let me know if you have any other questions.

anyone else feel like the whole system is designed to make us give up? 🤡 like, why make it so complicated?

Pro tip: document EVERYTHING. Every call, every letter, every online interaction. You never know when you'll need to prove something later.

Has anyone had luck with the EDD's new chatbot? I've been trying to use it but it seems pretty useless tbh

Dont forget to factor in taxes! EDD doesn't withhold anything, so you might wanna set some money aside so you're not caught off guard come tax season.