When to apply for EDD PFL with multiple employers? Starting maternity leave Jan 2025

You should apply for your pregnancy disability claim (that's what you'll get first, not PFL) about 9 days before your last day of work. So if Jan 7th is your last workday, apply around Dec 29th. This gives EDD time to process before your leave starts. For your two jobs: You only file ONE claim, but you need to list both employers on the application. The system will ask about multiple employers if you indicate you have more than one job. Make sure you have both employer contact info and your earnings history from both ready when you apply. After your baby is born, you'll transition to Paid Family Leave for baby bonding. That's a separate application you'll submit after delivery.

i did this last year and totally messed up lol. applied way too early (like 5 weeks before) and they rejected my claim and i had to reapply. its confusing af. then had trouble getting both jobs counted

The previous poster is correct about timing. Apply about 9 days before your leave starts. For your specific situation with two employers, make sure to have: 1. Correct company names and addresses for both jobs 2. Contact information for HR/payroll at both companies 3. Your last 18 months of quarterly earnings from both jobs On the DE2501 form (either paper or online), there's a specific section for multiple employers. List your highest-paying job as the primary employer. EDD will contact both employers to verify your employment and wages. Remember that pregnancy disability can start up to 4 weeks before your due date (so that timing works for your Jan 8 start with a February due date). After delivery, you'll need to file the DE2508 form to transition to PFL baby bonding benefits.

Congrats on your pregnancy! When I was pregnant last year I spent HOURS trying to get through to EDD with questions about my specific situation (I also had 2 jobs!). Kept getting hung up on after waiting forever. Finally used this service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that got me connected to an EDD rep in about 15 minutes. They have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/DOLxZQb92wM?si=6N1iCQ3a8Cdb2Ay5 It was super helpful because I had questions that weren't really answered on the website. The EDD rep walked me through exactly how to list both employers and confirmed that my benefit amount would include wages from both jobs.

I HATE how confusing EDD makes everything!!!! I had my baby in August and the whole process was a NIGHTMARE. Applied at what I thought was the right time (2 weeks before leave) but then had my baby early and everything got messed up. Then when I tried to transition from disability to PFL they somehow LOST my application and I went 3 weeks with NO INCOME. My advice: DOCUMENT EVERYTHING. Take screenshots of confirmations. Write down names of any reps you talk to. Note the dates you submit ANYTHING. The system is designed to make you give up!!!

does anyone know if theres a waiting period for maternity diability? i heard theres like a week where u dont get paid at the beginning

To address your transition question: When you're nearing the end of your pregnancy disability period (usually 6-8 weeks after birth depending on delivery type), you'll get a notice from EDD about transitioning to PFL baby bonding. You'll need to complete form DE2508 to request the transition. The key to avoiding gaps between benefits: 1. Submit your DE2508 PFL claim form at least 2 weeks before your disability ends 2. Make sure your doctor has submitted their certification for your recovery period 3. If you haven't received transition paperwork about 4 weeks after giving birth, be proactive and contact EDD For your two jobs, as long as you list both on your initial claim, your benefit calculation will include wages from both employers (they look at your highest quarter of earnings in the past 18 months). Just make sure both employers are properly documented on your claim form.

just fyi when i did mine with 2 jobs last year my benefit amount was wrong at first. they only counted my main job and i had to call like 50 times to get them to fix it. make sure u check ur benefit calculation when u get it and call if somethings wrong

Regarding your question about starting disability on January 8th with a February 5th due date - yes, that timing works fine. The pregnancy disability benefit allows you to start up to 4 weeks before your estimated delivery date if you and your doctor agree you should stop working. Since Jan 8th is about 4 weeks before your due date, that falls within the standard guideline. You'll just need your doctor to complete their portion of the certification confirming your pregnancy disability start date. They'll need to provide medical justification for your leave starting at that time, but this is routine for pre-delivery disability claims. Remember the process: 1. Apply for SDI around Dec 29th (for Jan 8th start) 2. Serve your 7-day waiting period (typically the first week of your leave) 3. Receive disability benefits until recovery from childbirth (6-8 weeks post-delivery) 4. Transition to PFL baby bonding (up to 8 weeks) With careful documentation of both jobs and timely submission of your forms, the process should go smoothly.