Feeling uspet and tired!

[5 Little Monkeys]

Honestly, I'd just tell her that you are no longer able to offer her the spot since she only needs it for a month and you prefer (and need!!) to fill it with someone who is planning on staying long term. I'd even go as far to white lie and say that you will be moving onto the next family that is interested!!

Plus side....at least she was upfront about only needing a month now??

[Lee-Bee]

Luckily you got a head's up and she didn't just up and leave. Use this time to fill the space. Let her know (and have her sign a contract noting) that you will only care for her daughter in January if you do not fill the space before the end of January.

As much as it sucks...it might just be a full month's income, giving you extra time to find a long term family.

[littlefish]

Lee-Bee I guess, I have to care for her son for January so I can at least get a full months
income. thanks