Just switched jobs before due date - can I still get EDD pregnancy disability benefits?

Good news! Your SDI eligibility is based on wages paid during a specific base period, which is usually 5-18 months before your claim begins. Since you worked at your previous job for 8 years, those wages should definitely count toward your disability eligibility. The base period for an August 2025 claim would be roughly April 2024-March 2025, so your previous employment should be well-covered in that calculation. Just make sure to list both employers on your DE2501 form when you file for pregnancy disability.

just make sure u file for disability BEFORE baby bonding PFL!!! i messed this up and had to reapply and lost $$$ because teh system is so dumb

YOUR SCREWED!! Changed jobs right before having my first baby and EDD denied my claim saying I didn't have enough recent work history!!! Had to fight for MONTHS to get it approved and barely made rent during that time. The EDD system is GARBAGE for pregnant women!!

Congrats on your pregnancy! I was in almost the exact situation last year - 6 years at old job, switched when I was 7 months pregnant. Everything worked out fine with my disability claim. Just make sure your doctor fills out their portion of the DE2501 form correctly and don't forget to list BOTH employers on your claim form. Good luck!

This happened to my sister last year. You need to call EDD directly to confirm eligibility before filing. But warning - trying to get through to an actual human at EDD is IMPOSSIBLE. My sister spent 3 days calling nonstop and kept getting disconnected or waiting on hold for hours.

To give you a complete answer: 1. Eligibility: You need approximately $300 in wages in your base period to qualify for SDI 2. Benefit calculation: Your weekly benefit amount is based on highest-earning quarter in your base period 3. Base period: For an August 2025 claim, your base period would be April 1, 2024 through March 31, 2025 4. Filing timeline: You can file for pregnancy disability up to 49 days before your due date 5. Documentation: Your doctor's certification (on the DE2501 form) and your recent wage history Since you worked for 8 years at your previous job, your base period earnings should easily qualify you. The fact that you changed jobs recently won't affect eligibility, though it might affect the specific calculation of benefits if your new job pays significantly differently.

I went through something similar when I switched jobs at 32 weeks pregnant! The key thing to remember is that SDI eligibility looks at your earnings history over the past 12-18 months, not just your current job. With 8.5 years at your previous employer, you should have more than enough wage credits built up. One tip that helped me: when you file your DE2501 form, make sure to include ALL employers from your base period - even if you only worked at your new job for a few weeks before filing, those wages still count. Also, don't stress about the timing of your job switch - I actually found that my new employer was more supportive during my leave than my old one would have been! The most important thing is getting your doctor to properly complete their portion of the form. Start that conversation with your OB early since some offices are slow with paperwork. You've got this!

I was in almost the exact same situation! Switched jobs at 35 weeks pregnant after 6 years at my previous company and was panicking about SDI eligibility. Turns out I was worrying for nothing - your wage history from the previous 12-18 months is what matters, not your current job status. The process was actually pretty straightforward: listed both employers on my DE2501, made sure my doctor filled out their section completely (this is crucial - any missing info will delay your claim), and filed about 4 weeks before my due date. EDD pulled all my wage data automatically from both jobs. One thing I wish someone had told me: if you're planning to take the full 4 weeks before birth + 6-8 weeks after for recovery, you might want to coordinate with both HR departments about how they handle the transition. My new employer was actually way better about supporting the leave process than my old one would have been. You'll be fine - 8.5 years of work history gives you a solid foundation for your claim!

I completely understand your stress - changing jobs during pregnancy can feel overwhelming! But you're actually in a really good position. With 8.5 years of work history at your previous job, you'll definitely have enough wage credits for SDI eligibility. The key thing to remember is that California looks at your "base period" earnings, which for a claim starting in August 2025 would include wages from roughly April 2024 through March 2025. Your years of steady employment will more than cover this requirement. A few practical tips: Start gathering your wage statements from both employers now, have the conversation with your OB about completing the DE2501 form early (some doctors' offices can be slow with paperwork), and remember that you can file for pregnancy disability up to 49 days before your due date. Also, don't let anyone scare you with horror stories - every situation is different, and yours sounds very straightforward. The fact that you switched to a job with better parental benefits actually sounds like great timing! You've got this mama! 💪

I was in a very similar situation! Changed jobs at 34 weeks pregnant after working at my previous company for 7 years. I was absolutely panicking about SDI eligibility, but it turned out to be much smoother than I expected. The great news is that your 8.5 years of work history will definitely cover your base period requirements. When I filed my DE2501 form, I listed both employers and EDD was able to pull all the wage data they needed automatically. The only thing that caused a slight delay was that I waited too long to get my doctor's portion completed - start that conversation with your OB now! One unexpected bonus: my new employer ended up being way more supportive during my leave than I think my old company would have been. Sometimes these job changes happen for a reason! You made a smart move getting better parental benefits before your baby arrives. Don't stress too much about the financial side - with your work history, you should qualify for a decent weekly benefit amount. Just make sure to file for pregnancy disability first (up to 49 days before due date), then transition to PFL for baby bonding after delivery. You've got this!

I'm a recent new member here but wanted to share that I went through almost exactly this situation last year! I switched jobs at 36 weeks pregnant after being at my previous company for 9 years, and I was absolutely terrified about SDI eligibility. The good news is that your 8.5 years of work history will absolutely cover you - the base period calculation goes back over a year, so all those wages from your previous job will count toward your benefits. I actually ended up getting approved without any issues at all. My biggest piece of advice: get organized early! Start collecting your pay stubs from both jobs, get your doctor on board with filling out the DE2501 form promptly (some medical offices are really slow with paperwork), and don't wait until the last minute to file - you can start the process up to 7 weeks before your due date. Also, try not to stress too much about the job change. In hindsight, switching to a company with better parental benefits before my baby arrived was actually one of the best decisions I made. The new employer was much more understanding and supportive throughout my entire leave process. You've got plenty of work history to qualify, and it sounds like the timing actually worked out perfectly for you! Wishing you all the best with your pregnancy and delivery! 🍼

Welcome to the community! I can totally understand your stress about this situation - pregnancy is already overwhelming enough without worrying about benefits eligibility! But based on everything you've shared, you're actually in a really solid position. Your 8.5 years of continuous employment history means you'll have more than enough wage credits built up for SDI. The base period calculation looks back 5-18 months from when you file your claim, so all those years of steady income from your previous job will definitely count toward your benefits. I'd suggest being proactive with a few things: start gathering pay stubs from both employers now (just to have everything organized), reach out to your OB about completing their portion of the DE2501 form early since some medical offices can be slow with paperwork, and remember you can file up to 49 days before your due date - so no need to wait until the last minute. Honestly, it sounds like your timing might have worked out perfectly! Getting into a job with better parental benefits before your baby arrives could end up being a huge blessing. Many people find their new employers are actually more supportive during maternity leave than their long-term employers would have been. Take a deep breath - you've got this! Your work history speaks for itself, and everything should process smoothly. Congratulations on your pregnancy! 🎉

I'm new to this community but wanted to share my experience since I was in almost exactly the same boat! I switched jobs at 33 weeks pregnant after 7 years at my previous company and was absolutely panicking about SDI eligibility. Here's what I learned: Your base period wages are what matter, not your current job status. Since you worked for 8.5 years at your previous job, you'll have WAY more than enough wage credits for SDI - you only need about $300 in your base period to qualify, and you'll have thousands. A few things that helped me stay organized: - Started collecting pay stubs from both jobs early (better to have them and not need them) - Got my OB to complete the medical portion of DE2501 about 6 weeks before my due date (some offices are really slow!) - Filed exactly 4 weeks before delivery, which gave me peace of mind The best part? My new employer ended up being incredibly supportive throughout my entire leave - way more than my old company ever was. Sometimes these "scary" timing changes end up being exactly what we needed! You're going to be absolutely fine. With your work history, this should be a straightforward approval. Try to relax and enjoy the rest of your pregnancy! 💕