Wondering what kind of maternity leave you qualify for in California?

Answer a few quick questions to find out if you're eligible for job-protected time off and wage replacement benefits. Takes less than 2 minutes!

[This quiz provides general guidance based on California laws. Your exact eligibility may vary depending on your job, payroll, or medical documentation.]

Are you currently pregnant or recently gave birth?

Yes, I’m currently pregnant

Yes, I recently gave birth

Do you live and work in California?

Yes

Are you employed (full-time or part-time)?

Yes

Self-Employed

Do you pay into State Disability Insurance (SDI)?

How to Confirm You Pay Into SDI

1. Check Your Pay Stub

Look for a deduction labeled something like:

CASDI (California State Disability Insurance)
SDI

If you see this deduction every paycheck, you’re paying into SDI.

2. Ask your employer or HR department

Yes

How long have you worked for your current employer?

Less than 12 months

12+ Months

Have you worked at least 1,250 hours in the past year (about 25 hours/week)?

Yes

How many employees does your company have (approximate)?

Under 5

Are you currently unable to work due to pregnancy or birth recovery?

Yes

Not yet but I will be

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You’re Likely Eligible for Job Protection + Pay

You're in great shape! Based on your answers, you likely qualify for:

Job-protected leave under California's PDL and CFRA laws
Income benefits through State Disability Insurance (SDI) and Paid Family Leave (PFL)

Next Step:

Let me help you map out your maternity leave to maximize your paid time off!

You May Be Eligible for Some Benefits

You may qualify for:

Paid leave (like SDI or PFL)
Partial or conditional job protection depending on your employer size or time at work

Next Step:

Let me help you map out your maternity leave to maximize your paid time off!

Likely Limited or No Coverage

It looks like you may not currently qualify for full maternity leave benefits — but don’t worry! You still have options:

Explore self-employed SDI if you’re an entrepreneur
Look into private leave insurance or FMLA alternatives

Next Step:

Contact me with any questions! I can help.

You Can Likely Get Paid Leave — If You Plan Ahead

If you're self-employed in California, you're not automatically eligible for paid maternity leave — but the good news is:
You can opt in to state benefits through a program called Disability Insurance Elective Coverage (DIEC).

Next Step:

Contact me with any questions! I'm happy to help!

Not eligible for CA programs like SDI or PFL

This quiz is focused on CA programs. If you're curious what maternity leave benefits you're eligible for in your state, send me a message and I'm happy to help!

You Do Not Qualify For Maternity Programs

These programs are designed for women currently expecting or recently postpartum. If you are trying to plan ahead, contact me, I'd love to meet with you.

Likely Eligible for Paid Leave, but Not Job Protection

Currently, there is no guaranteed job protection under CA state law for companies with under 5 employees.

Next Step:

Let me help you map out your maternity leave to maximize your paid time off!

You Do Not Qualify for Paid Leave or Job Protection

Since you’re not currently working for an employer, you likely don’t qualify for California’s job-protected leave laws (PDL or CFRA) or for paid benefits like SDI or PFL — unless you're self-employed and then you do have some options.

But don’t worry — this doesn’t mean you have to figure it all out alone!

Next Step:
Let me help you map out your maternity leave to maximize your paid time off!

You Do Not Qualify for Paid Leave or Job Protection

If you’re not paying into California’s State Disability Insurance (SDI) through your paycheck, it means you likely won’t qualify for SDI or Paid Family Leave (PFL) benefits.

This can happen if you:

Work for an employer exempt from SDI (like certain school districts or government agencies)
Are self-employed and haven’t enrolled in the elective coverage program or don't pay yourself as an employee
Or your employer doesn’t withhold SDI for some other reason

Next Step:

Contact me with any questions, I'm happy to help!