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“Maternity Leave” Doesn’t Actually Exist in the U.S.

That’s why it’s so confusing. That’s why so many parents get burned. And that’s exactly where I come in. I've worked with over 1100 parents in the last 2 years since starting this business full time in March 2024. It's crazy to me how this just isn't widely known (and it's not your fault!)

Most Parents Don’t Find Out They Had More Leave Until It’s Already Gone

In California, “12 weeks” is never the full picture.

I help expecting parents who pay into CA-SDI take 6–7+ months of paid, job-protected leave—without fighting HR, missing deadlines, or realizing too late what they were actually entitled to.

âś… Personalized Leave Strategy
âś… Hands-on Application Support
âś… No more guessing. No more chaos.

👉 Get Your Personalized Leave Plan
👉 Join a Free Info Session

“I Wish I Had Known This the First Time.”

Not from first-time parents.

From second-time parents—people who already went through this and still got burned.

âťť I only took 8 weeks because no one told me disability came first.
HR said I got 12 weeks, and I believed them.
I went back early—and found out later I didn’t have to. ❞

They didn’t mess up.
No one explained the system until it was too late.

Here’s the Truth:

There is no federal paid leave policy in the U.S. (or in California!)

Most women go back to work 2 weeks postpartum—not because they want to, but because they don’t know their rights, or they’re simply not protected.

But in California, the system does exist—and it’s better than people think.

⚠️ It’s not easy. It’s not automatic.
But it is real. And I can help you unlock it.

This Isn’t Your Misunderstanding

You’re not confused because you missed something.

You’re confused because this system was never designed to be clear.

I work with doctors, lawyers, and HR professionals—and they don’t fully understand it either.

Why?

Because:

  • There is no actual “maternity leave” in the U.S.

  • You have to cobble together multiple programs (federal, state, and employer) just to get time off

  • The system is intentionally vague so fewer people use it

This isn’t just fine print—it’s fragmentation.

And it’s costing parents real money and real time with their babies.

That’s why I do what I do:
To help you get what you’re actually entitled to—before it slips through the cracks.

My Client Was Told She’d Get “12 Weeks”

Instead, She Took 7 Months

When Sarah told HR she was pregnant, she was told:

“You’ll get 12 weeks. Just file with the state.”

What they didn’t say?

❌ FMLA is unpaid
❌ State benefits require separate applications
❌ Filing out of order = denied pay
❌ Most parents leave weeks on the table without knowing

But when we mapped it correctly?

She got 29.3 weeks off — with only 5 weeks of those unpaid. She also got $30,000 in benefits from the state (mostly non taxed!). This is your money, they just make it really hard to get!

What That Timeline Looks Like (in Real Life):

✅ Pre-Birth Disability — 4 Weeks

Job Protection: PDL
Pay: SDI
Start up to 4 weeks before your due date.

✅ Post-Birth Recovery — 6–8 Weeks

Still under PDL + SDI
C-section? You get 8 weeks.
Need more time? Extend up to 7 extra weeks with a doctor’s note.

✅ Bonding Time — 12 Weeks

Job Protection: CFRA
Pay: 8 weeks PFL (state pay), 4 weeks unpaid

đź“Š Total: 29.3 Weeks Off
➡️ Only 5 unpaid
➡️ All legally protected

This Is Why I Built: The Leave Roadmap

A 1:1, done-with-you leave strategy for California parents who want more than the default “12 weeks.”

âś… No generic advice
âś… No guesswork
âś… No EDD meltdowns

Just real help. For your real situation.

What This Actually Looks Like:

✨ You know exactly when to stop working
✨ You file SDI and PFL in the right order
✨ Your doctor certifies at the right time
✨ You feel confident talking to HR
✨ You’re not leaving money or time on the table

💬 “I Was Laid Off While Pregnant—And Still Got Paid Leave.”

“With her guidance I was able to get 10 months of paid leave even after my layoff. I had time with my baby, found a remote job, and wasn’t panicking about money. This changed my life.”

What I Do (That Google and HR Don’t)

🧠 We start with your job, pay, and timing.
đź“‹ We build a custom timeline and filing strategy.
đź“ť I review your EDD and HR paperwork personally.
đź“ž I help with delays, denials, and gaps if anything goes wrong.

What Parents Get Wrong (Through No Fault of Their Own)

  • Filing too early → automatic denial

  • Filing SDI and PFL together → another denial

  • Thinking HR handles everything → weeks of lost pay

  • Assuming disability = 6 weeks → sometimes it's 13+ weeks

Who This Is For:

âś… You work in California
âś… You pay into CA-SDI
✅ You’re pregnant, postpartum, or planning ahead
✅ You want more than “12 weeks”
âś… You want clarity, support, and peace of mind

Pricing (Simple + Transparent)

$797 one-time — or 2 payments of $490

✅ What’s Included

đź—“ 12 Months of Support
Get ongoing guidance through every stage of your leave journey—includes 1:1 strategy calls, weekly office hours, and a clear step-by-step roadmap so you always know what’s happening, why, and when. 

đź“„ EDD + Employer Filing Made Simple
Know exactly how, when, and where to file for CA State Disability (SDI), Paid Family Leave (PFL), and your company’s benefits—plus get eyes on any blind spots that could cost you time or money.

đź“ž Help When Things Get Messy
Delays, denials, job transitions, or extensions? I’m in your corner. We’ll fix it fast so you don’t get stuck in the EDD black hole or lose benefits you’re eligible for.

That’s $66/month for support that protects:

đź’° Your income
🛡 Your job
🧠 Your nervous system

⏳ A Note About Availability

I’m currently accepting fewer 1:1 clients as I focus on building out new tools and resources to help more families access this information. Quality is the most important part of this process and after working with over 1100 parents, I'm working on building this out in a different, better way!

But, if you’re in your second trimester, this is the ideal time to work with me.

Why?

✅ You’re early enough to plan ahead
✅ You’ll avoid timing mistakes (and lost benefits)
✅ You’ll feel calm and clear heading into leave

If you’re expecting in the next few months, now is the window to get this mapped out—before paperwork, HR convos, and EDD filing get stressful!

My Guarantee:

If we determine you’re not eligible for California benefits, you’ll get a full refund.
No fine print. No stress.

This Isn’t Just About Leave.

It’s about protecting your health, your income, and your family’s future—during one of the biggest transitions of your life.

👉 Get Your Personalized Leave Plan
👉 Join a Free Info Session (Live with Me)

📧 Still have questions?
Email: [email protected]

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You shouldn’t have to learn this the hard way.

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Last updated: Feb. 2026

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  • Give you personalized leave help

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