Infant space is in so much demand! I have always required parents to pay for a space in order to hold it. I charge the same rate I would as if the infant was actually attending care. They have to understand this is your job and the way you provide for your family. If they want a space, they pay for it. Simple as that. If you agree to hold a space with no payment, it seems that you are the only one who gets screwed over when they decide not to come. I guess the way I look at it is they are the one's who have an infant. They should be the ones who have to deal with finding a space and finding care they like. If they want a spot for their child, they will have to reserve the space by paying for it. I have yet to hear of a provider who can not fill an infant spot. I get at least one call a day looking for infant space.

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