Searching for care not finding anything that fits!!!

[Emilys4Guppies]

Personally, I have my hours listed as a 7am start but I will consider opening as early as 6am for the right family who fits well. (that said, I will open early but I will not close later than 5pm).

Perhaps one of those care providers will work with you? Have you phoned or emailed any of them to see if they will be willing to compromise?

[Spixie33]

Definitely ask some providers whether they would consider starting one hour earlier on the days you need depending on whether you are a good fit. You may be surprised. I think most providers really do try to be flexible. We understand the situation working parents are in and a lot of providers will go above and beyond.

You could also offer them a few dollars more per day for the extra hours or promise an earlier pickup. All these things will make a provider more likely to work something out with you.

Just keep trying. Go to a busy park and see if there are providers there and talk to them and ask them of they know anyone who is looking for more children to take in.

personally I have seen providers and know providers who are willing to even offer overnight or late night care so you just have to look around. I know one provider near me who has a police officer's children stay with her 4 days a week and then 4 days with the parents because the parent is on rotating shift. There are these sort of arrangements out there - it is just a matter of finding the right fit /provider and having a dialogue with them Good luck