i would call mom #2 just as a courtesy.

if she knows there's a chance she might not have a spot - she may go ahead and sign on. she could be depending on you in her mind. if you call and tell her and she doesn't act fast enough - oh well - not ur problem.

i had the opposite issue when i wasn't ready to care for kids yet, but had an opening date set. i told the mom (who could've used me ASAP) that i would be ready on X date and to call me if anything changed. i quit advertising based on the fact i didn't have any spots open (assuming i would be keeping her child). i would've been annoyed if she took him somewhere else and didn't call. mom #2 may have stopped looking for other providers because she thinks you're a sure spot.

it's just a phone call. i say do it.

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