Mastering Maternity Leave: Maximizing Your Time, Benefits and Peace of Mind

Date: Recurring, 4th Monday of each month

Time: 12:00p - 2:00p

Location: via Zoom (link provided upon registration)

Cost: $225 per couple

Shelly Yehuda is an HR expert certified in California State Leave Laws with extensive experience in maternity leave benefits. She helps new and expectant mothers understand their rights and options while ensuring they follow the proper procedures for leave. Shelly is well-versed in key programs like FMLA, CFRA, PDL, CA SDI, Paid Family Leave, Bonding, PPLO, ADA and employer-specific policies. She helps moms navigate their maternity leave, making the process as smooth and stress-free as possible while staying compliant with all the regulations. Shelly offers clear, personalized guidance to help parents focus on what matters most—their growing families.

Why leave time and money on the table? This 2-hour Zoom workshop is designed to help new and expectant parents—whether you're a mom, dad, or any family structure—maximize your parental leave benefits, ensuring you get the most time off and the most pay during your leave. 

The average workshop participant receives an additional 2 months of leave and additional $10,000 in paid state benefits.

What We’ll Cover:

• Maximizing Paid and Unpaid Benefits: Learn how to unlock every dollar of parental leave available to you, from CA SDI and PFL, to CFRA, FMLA, and bonding, to specific employer-provided benefits. Don’t miss out on any benefits you’re entitled to.
• Combining Benefits for More Time and Pay: Discover how to strategically combine state, federal, and employer benefits to stretch your leave and maximize your pay. Learn the secrets to ensuring you don’t leave any time off or money on the table.
• How and When to File Claims: Get the inside scoop on when to file your claims, what documents you need, and how to avoid delays, so you can start your leave smoothly and without financial stress.
• Eligibility Requirements: Understand the eligibility criteria for each benefit, so you can ensure you qualify for the full benefits you deserve.
• Calculating Your Benefit Amount: Learn how to calculate exactly how much you can expect to receive during your leave, so you know where you stand financially during your leave. 
• Duration of Benefits: Know how long each benefit lasts. The more you know, the more time off you can take!
• Navigating Extensions: Get expert tips on securing extensions and understand how additional documentation can help you extend your time off and keep the benefits coming.
• Effective Communication with Your Employer: Learn how to communicate with your employer so your leave is stress-free and compliant with company policies—ensuring your focus can be on your growing family, not paperwork.

What You’ll Gain:

By the end of this workshop, you’ll walk away with a clear understanding of how to maximize your parental leave benefits, get the most time off, and make sure you’re fully compensated during your leave. You’ll be empowered to navigate the process, file your claims confidently, and plan your leave without leaving any money or time on the table.

Got Questions?

Please contact the host of this workshop, Shelly Yehuda c2hlbGx5IHwgcGFyZW50YWxsZWF2ZWFkdmlzb3JzICEgY29t

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