Ay, napakahirap talaga ng paghihintay lalo na sa ganitong sitwasyon, sis. Honestly, ang processing time ng matben (maternity benefit) ay di talaga consistent, a few of us in my circle waited anywhere from 2-3 months, some longer pa, kaya maraming variables. Since August 18 na ang submit mo, maybe try calling SSS directly o mag-follow up in person if possible, dahil sometimes ang emails ay napupunta sa spam o delayed lang talaga, seryoso, direct contact ang mas mabilis. How many weeks were you when it happened, if you don't mind me asking? Sending you strength, mommy.