And again another issue with parents ........

[Lee-Bee]

I would tell her that having already lost a half months pay the best you can do is hold her space at the half day fee only if you do not find a new family before they want the girl to return.

Then start looking to fill the space with a full rate family.

This family will have to gamble on whether or not you are available when their 2 month (??) vacation comes to an end. They clearly don't NEED care that badly.

[Daycare Momma]

I completely agree with Lee-Bee. I charge full rate for days children are absent if I am open and I also charge full rate for up to 15 days per calendar year that I am closed. Nobody ever flinches. This parent is really taking advantage of you and will certainly continue to. Are you sure you want someone like that in your group? I would start trying to fill the space.