I guess I look at it differently (shame on me lol). I provide all kids the equal amount of love and care, so why should I be paid less? Most times with siblings it ends up costing me more and is more risky if they give notice etc as you now have 2 spots to fill. I gave up a very highly paid management career because I didn't want to pay out for 2 kids in ft daycare....I figure it is a choice right? Don't have kids close together if you don't want to pay high daycare. I just at times feel people try to play on our emotions and make us feel guilty but bottom line this is a business and what pays our bills to provide for our families. I keep my rates competitive with other providers in my area (currently at 37 per day) I felt bad that I put them up higher BUT I had no choice after the hydro rates went up and my house insurance. I also have more qualifications than others charging the same rates, so I went ahead and did the increase. I gently tell families who ask for a discount that I prefer not to take siblings as it is more risky for my business.....that usually gets the conversation onto a different topic. Plus in my head I always think why "cheap" out on finding the best care....just my 2 cents ;-)