How Do I Back Pedal Out Of This?

[momofboys]

I read it a few time and while I think I understand what you are saying in this post. Your first post said that you charged for five days when they were only goign to be there for four. Maybe this is why the Mom thought is was ok to ask for a few extra hours? I do think you should charge more per day if the hours are longer and the number a days per week decreased. You may been to put it all in writing and sign a new contract to everyone can see what is expected hours/fee

My families who only use four days pay the full time rate. On any occasion they need care for any part of 5th day they are welcome to it. They pay for it and the spot is open so they are allowed to use it anytime.

I only have 1 family. . . I did charge her based on what we normally charge for a 5 day week but when she gave me her hours for this month she asked me to give it back to her & let her know how much she would pay each week based on the days she needed. . . she knew it would be longer days so she expected to pay a higher fee per day despite the fact that they would only be here 3 or 4 days a week. When I returned her paperwork to her I noted the days/hours she needed & told her how much I would charge & I did mention that if she needed more than what was originally listed she would have to pay more.

[daycare]

I get myself stuck in these kind of situations all the time. I say that you have to go through with it. Just be a woman of your word this time and follow through with it.

However, explain to her that this is just a favor and that if she needs you again in the future that you will require a 48 hour advance notice and a fee of $*** will be charged. Also let her know that even with pay that you will not always be avilable to assist her needs. Unless she wants to add this in to her contract with extra pay...Of course you also would have to be willing to do this...

[jen2651]

i agree with daycare- I think since you agreed to it, you should honor what you said.

BUT, I would let her know you were doing this as a favor to her and the next time there would be a $5 charge if it fit into your schedule.

[PitterPatter]

One good rule to follow is to always answer with "Let me think about it and I will get back to you" This allows you time to absorb everything.
Being as you do contracted days, maybe next time you should consider having her pay for her 4 days plus overtime and then when she or anyone else requests extra time on an extra day you can charge for the full day?

I know it ****s, but you agreed already so I think you should follow through, however, you have every right and should, request additional payment for the morning.

This is great advise and I will take that for myself thank u!!

Now it's just a matter of remembering it when put on the spot.