Splitting PFL baby bonding into two periods - need to reopen claim for remaining 4 weeks?

You don't need a new claim! I did exactly this last year. Since you're still within the 12-month period from your child's birth/adoption/placement, you can use your remaining PFL weeks without filing a whole new claim. Call the EDD and tell them you want to reactivate your previous claim for the remaining balance. Make sure to have your claim number handy. You'll still need to submit a new DE2508 form though.

DONT LISTEN TO THE ABOVE POSTER!!! You actually DO need to file a new claim when splitting baby bonding periods. I went through this nightmare in Nov. Your previous claim is CLOSED once you return to work. The 8 weeks is your ENTITLEMENT but each leave period requires seperate claims!!!! The EDD website is deliberately confusing on this. Keep your documentation ready cause they'll probably delay your claim too.

I can clear this up since there seems to be some confusion. Both answers above have elements of truth, but here's the accurate process: You do need to file a new DE2508 form (Claim for Paid Family Leave Benefits) for the second period of baby bonding. However, this isn't technically a brand new claim - it's considered a continuation of your benefits within the same 12-month eligibility period. The key points: 1. You must submit a new DE2508 for the second period 2. You don't need to re-establish wage eligibility 3. Your benefit amount will be the same as your first period 4. You must take all leave within 12 months of birth/placement 5. The minimum duration for any period is two weeks (though exceptions exist) The most efficient way to handle this is to call EDD directly at 877-238-4373.

when i split my baby bonding last summer they rejected my second claim saying i didnt submit a birth certificate even tho i already gave them one for the first claim!!! had to send ANOTHER copy and wait 3 extra weeks. edd is so disorganized make sure u keep copies of EVERYTHING

I just went through this exact situation last month. After trying to call EDD for a week straight and never getting through, I found a service called Claimyr that got me connected to an EDD representative in less than 20 minutes. They helped me submit the paperwork for my remaining PFL weeks. Check out their website claimyr.com or see how it works here: https://youtu.be/DOLxZQb92wM?si=6N1iCQ3a8Cdb2Ay5 The EDD rep confirmed exactly what the helpful person above said - you do need to submit a new DE2508 form for the second period, but it's still part of your original entitlement. They also mentioned that many employers get confused about this process too.

Congrats on the new baby! I had my little one last year and the whole PFL system was so confusing. I remember reading somewhere on the EDD website that baby bonding can be split into multiple periods. The rule is that all weeks must be used within 12 months of the qualifying event (birth/adoption/placement). I think I also read that each period needs to be at least two weeks long unless you have special circumstances. Btw my boss also tried to tell me splitting wasnt allowed but thats incorrect! CA law lets you split baby bonding periods as long as your employer is notified.

u need new de2508 form but same wage info should apply, my friend said they made her get a new doctors note too which is stupid for baby bonding

UPDATE: I finally got through to EDD! For anyone with the same question in the future - yes, you need to submit a new DE2508 form for the second period of baby bonding, but no, it's not a completely new claim in terms of wage eligibility. It's considered accessing your remaining balance of the original entitlement. The representative confirmed all leave periods must be at least two weeks long (with some exceptions) and must be completed within 12 months of birth/adoption/placement. Thanks everyone for your help!