Am I Wrong??

[crazydaycarelady]

It all depends on how much you need the income. My hours are 7:30-5:30 but not too long ago I started a family that came at 6:30am. Turns out I LOVE the family and not too long after I started them dcm got a different job and now they are here during my normal time. Really it just depends on how bad you need the money.

If you did take a family like this I would explain to them that they are your last pick-up and you need to know what time you will be done for the day, and give a late fee for pick-ups after 6:30.

[bunnyslippers]

You are not wrong ~ in fact, I think you are open too much and will burn yourself out!!!

[Childminder]

For you it's not wrong if that is how you feel about it. For me it would'nt be a problem because I'm open longer hours and charge for contracted hours. Plus DH is my assistant and helps when he can. Been doin this a looooong time and works for us.

[renodeb]

Absolutely not. Like you said, first its for one parent then others get wind. I have learned that even when Im low on kids it still pays to be picky and stick to your regular hours. You will get the enrollments you need despite that. You already work a long day as it is. Hubby needs to chill!
Debbie