I charge $10/hour but only up to the full day rate so once they are here over 4 hours its a full day. If they think its expensive how are they going to manage full time ??? It will be easier if the child is there full days .... It is a new situation and it is confusing for them and some if them cry for a few weeks. I would suggest just put the child on the floor with some toys where the child can see you and leave him. Same with nap ... Put him in the play own and shut the door and walk away... Go back when naptime is over