Didn't Read My Contract . . . .

[Dreamalittledream]

I know that I'm going to get jumped on over this...feel free. But for the sake of saving the 'relationship' and the family you really like I would likely have let the 2 days slide with a warning that they will know for next time. The lost income you will incur in advertising, interviewing, filling the space...is it really worth 2 days of pay? Just my 2 cents.
Also, people should definitely read what they sign and be held accountable for it, but parents are often handed a lot of information to read through (when they have a second in busy lives) and perhaps they are new to Childcare arrangements (where sick days are often still a charged day). On key issues I want to alert them to (issues around fees/sick policies) I have a spot for them to initial, just as an extra backup for me so I know they've particularly read those specific sections, might be a thought for your handbook?