EDD Name Change Process for Pregnancy Disability - What Docs Needed?

Congrats on your marriage and pregnancy! 🎉👶 For updating your name with EDD, you'll need to submit a copy of your marriage certificate. Make sure its a certified copy, not just a photocopy. You can usually get this from the county clerk's office where you got married.

Ugh, dealing with EDD is such a pain 🙄 I changed my name last year and it took FOREVER for them to process it. Make sure you start this process ASAP, especially if you're planning on going on disability soon.

Hey there! Just wanted to share that 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/Ize0EkN4HDI

Don't forget to update your name with Social Security first! EDD cross-references with them, so if the names don't match, it could cause issues down the line.

Just a friendly reminder to everyone: ALWAYS KEEP COPIES OF EVERYTHING YOU SEND TO EDD!!! 📸 You never know when you might need to prove you sent something.

Hey OP, congrats on the baby! 🍼 Just wanted to give you a heads up that pregnancy disability is different from regular SDI. Make sure you're applying for the right program. Your doctor will need to certify your disability start date.

lol good luck dealing with edd 🤡 took them 3 months to process my name change and by then I had already given birth and gone back to work 🙃

Has anyone here successfully updated their name online? I've heard mixed things about whether it's possible or if you have to mail everything in.

Pro tip: If you're mailing in documents, send them via certified mail with return receipt. It's a few bucks extra but gives you proof they received your stuff. Trust me, it's worth it.

Hey Mia! I went through this exact same process about 6 months ago when I was pregnant with my second. Here's what worked for me: I sent in my certified marriage certificate along with a copy of my updated driver's license and Social Security card (make sure you update SS first like Harper mentioned!). I also included a brief cover letter explaining that I was updating my name due to marriage and would be applying for pregnancy disability soon. The whole process took about 6-8 weeks, so definitely start ASAP! Also, make sure your doctor is aware of the name change so there's no confusion when they submit your disability paperwork. Good luck with everything! 💕

Hey Mia! Congratulations on your marriage and pregnancy! 🎉 I actually just went through this exact process a few months ago. Here's what I learned: definitely get your Social Security updated first (as Harper mentioned), then send EDD your certified marriage certificate, updated driver's license copy, and I'd also recommend including your new Social Security card copy. I sent everything via certified mail and it took about 4-6 weeks to process. The key thing is to start this process NOW - don't wait until you're closer to your due date because EDD moves slowly. Also, make sure to keep your employer in the loop about the name change so there's no confusion when your doctor submits the pregnancy disability paperwork. The last thing you want is delays when you actually need your benefits! Feel free to ask if you have any other questions - happy to help a fellow mama navigate this bureaucratic maze! 😊