I do send out emails after a good interview telling the parents what a pleasure it was to meet them and their little one. I close it by saying, 'hope to hear from you soon'.

I also have a stipulation in my contract that if the parent wants the space, they must return the deposit and signed contract to me within seven days of the interview. I also bring this up when they are with me so they don't skim over. I make sure the parents realize that I will not hold a spot if I don't hear from them in a timely manner.