I'm in the exact same boat right now - my claim has been showing "qualification" status for about 10 days and I was starting to panic! Reading all these responses is such a relief. It sounds like this is totally normal and just means they're doing their due diligence to verify everything. @Raman Kaur, how are you holding up with the waiting? I've been checking my online account obsessively every day hoping for an update. From what everyone is saying here, it seems like the 2-4 week timeframe is pretty typical. I'm going to try calling early in the morning like @Jace Caspullo suggested if it goes much longer. This community is amazing - thank you all for sharing your experiences and helping ease the anxiety that comes with navigating EDD for the first time!

Hey @Raman Kaur! I just wanted to add that I went through this exact same worry about 6 months ago. The "qualification" status had me stressed for weeks, but it ended up being approved after about 18 days. What I learned is that EDD uses this status while they're doing all their background verification - checking with your doctors, confirming your work history, and making sure everything matches up. During my qualification period, they actually reached out to my healthcare provider directly to verify my medical condition, which I didn't even know they did! The process felt like forever, but looking back, I'm glad they were thorough because it meant fewer issues later. One tip: if you haven't already, make sure your doctor's office knows EDD might contact them - it can speed things up if they're prepared to respond quickly. Hang in there, the qualification status is actually a good sign that they're actively working on your case!

I'm currently in a very similar situation! My pregnancy disability ended about a month ago and I'm dealing with severe postpartum anxiety and depression. My psychiatrist just confirmed that I need to file a completely new SDI claim since she wasn't the doctor who handled my pregnancy disability (that was my OB). A few things I've learned so far that might help: - Definitely file the claim online ASAP after your appointment tomorrow - don't wait even a day - Ask your doctor to be super specific about how your PPD symptoms prevent you from doing your actual job duties (like if you can't concentrate, have panic attacks, severe fatigue, etc.) - Request electronic submission of the medical certification if possible - it's much faster than mailing - There will unfortunately be a new 7-day waiting period since it's considered a separate medical condition I'm currently in my waiting period and the financial stress is real, especially when you're already struggling with PPD. I've applied for emergency assistance through my county and local food pantries to help bridge the gap. Also check if you qualify for WIC - I was surprised that I did! Your benefit amount should stay the same as long as you're still in the same base period. The whole process is frustrating when you're already dealing with so much, but PPD is absolutely a legitimate medical condition that deserves support. You're doing the right thing by getting help! Hang in there mama! 💙

I went through this exact transition last year and can confirm - yes, you absolutely need to file a new claim for PPD since it's considered a separate medical condition from pregnancy disability. It's frustrating but that's how the system works. Here's what helped me get through it: - Filed online immediately after my doctor visit (don't delay even a day!) - Made sure my therapist was very detailed about work limitations - not just "has depression" but specific things like "unable to concentrate for more than 15 minutes, experiences panic attacks that prevent customer interaction, severe sleep disruption affecting cognitive function" - Asked about electronic submission of medical forms (way faster than mail) - Applied for local assistance programs during the waiting period - WIC, food banks, emergency utility assistance The waiting period sucks and there will be a gap between payments (mine was about 2.5 weeks total). But your benefit amount should stay the same if you're in the same base period. Most importantly - PPD is a serious medical condition and you absolutely deserve this support while you recover. Don't let anyone make you feel like you're somehow taking advantage of the system. You're doing exactly what you should be doing by getting help. Good luck with your appointment tomorrow! 💙

Just wanted to chime in as someone who's been on SDI twice in the past few years - everyone here has given you excellent advice! The automatic payment system really is such a relief compared to UI. One thing I'd add that helped me feel more secure about the process: EDD will send you a "Notice of Computation" that breaks down exactly how much you'll receive and for how long. Keep that document safe as it's super helpful for budgeting purposes. Also, if you ever move during your claim period, update your address IMMEDIATELY in your SDI Online account - don't wait for any mail notifications. I made that mistake during my first claim and it caused a two-week delay in payments. The system really does work smoothly once you're in it though. Wishing you a smooth recovery process!

Hey Isabella! Just wanted to add my experience as someone who recently went through this too. The automatic payments really are amazing compared to UI - such a relief not having to stress about certification deadlines! One thing I learned that might be helpful: even though payments are automatic, I'd recommend keeping track of when each payment arrives and the amounts, just so you can quickly spot if anything seems off. I use a simple spreadsheet with the payment dates and amounts. Also, if you're like me and tend to worry about things, checking your SDI Online account once a week gives great peace of mind - you can see your payment history and confirm everything is on track. The mobile app makes this super easy too. Hope your recovery goes smoothly and that having one less financial worry helps you focus on getting better!

As a new parent who just went through this exact situation a few months ago, I want to reassure you that you did everything right! Reporting your actual delivery date was the perfect move - the system is built specifically for this since babies rarely arrive exactly on their due dates. Your SDI should automatically adjust to end 6 weeks from 3/18 (your actual delivery), so you should be covered until 4/29 instead of 4/20. I'd recommend applying for PFL around 4/22 to ensure no gap between benefits. A few things that really helped me: 1) Screenshot your SDI account once it updates to show the new end date (great documentation), 2) Have your baby's birth certificate ready for the DE 2501FP form - that's all you need for PFL, and 3) Set phone reminders for key dates because newborn brain fog is SO real! Don't stress about timing - EDD handles delivery date adjustments constantly. You're navigating this perfectly while caring for a newborn. The confusion you're feeling is totally normal for new parents dealing with this system!

As a new parent who just navigated this exact situation last month, I can completely understand your panic! You absolutely did the right thing by reporting your actual delivery date - the system is specifically designed to handle babies arriving off their due dates since it happens to most of us. Your SDI should automatically adjust to end 6 weeks from your actual delivery date of 3/18, so your benefits should now run until 4/29 instead of 4/20. This gives you the full postpartum recovery period you're entitled to based on when your baby actually arrived. For your PFL transition, I'd recommend submitting your application around 4/22 (about a week before your SDI ends) to avoid any gaps in benefits. You'll need form DE 2501FP and your baby's birth certificate - no doctor certification required for the bonding portion! A few tips that really helped me: 1) Check your SDI Online account over the next few days and screenshot the updated end date for your records, 2) Set phone reminders for key dates because newborn brain fog is incredibly real, and 3) Don't stress about the timing of when you reported - EDD handles delivery date updates all the time. You're doing an amazing job navigating all this bureaucracy while caring for a newborn. The confusion you're feeling is completely normal, and you're taking all the right steps!

Just wanted to share my recent experience since it might help! I had shoulder surgery in December and dealt with the exact same situation - employer-paid disability through MetLife plus SDI. Here's what I learned: 1) The coordination happens automatically once you report it, but there can be delays. My first SDI payment was the full amount because they hadn't processed the private insurance info yet, then they adjusted it retroactively. 2) Keep copies of EVERYTHING - I mean every form, every payment stub, every phone call log. When questions came up later, having documentation saved me hours of back-and-forth. 3) Don't stress too much about the "exact" coordination formula - EDD's system handles most of it once you provide the right info upfront. The key is just being honest from day one like you're planning to do. Your foot surgery recovery will go smoother knowing you handled the paperwork correctly!

One more thing to consider that I haven't seen mentioned yet - make sure to check if your New York Life policy has any waiting period before benefits start, and compare that to SDI's 7-day waiting period. Sometimes the timing differences can work in your favor! I had a similar situation with my Unum policy where there was a 14-day waiting period, so I got two full weeks of SDI before any coordination kicked in. Also, if you're union or have any supplemental disability coverage through other sources (like AFLAC), you'll need to report those too. The key is just being completely transparent about ALL income sources when you file. EDD would rather work with you upfront than deal with overpayment issues later. Wishing you a smooth recovery from your foot surgery!