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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I was a stay at home for awhile in a neighborhood with working parents. While I never minded helping out in a pinch I did not want to be on the hook for any regular childcare. I was just very honest and direct. One Mom wanted me to get her daughter off the bus ALL the time after I did it as a favor once or twice. I just said very clearly, "I'm not able to do it every day, but I'm happy to help out occasionally." I never explained why, I just left it at that. You do not have to explain or justify. Just state your answer in a friendly clear way. [/quote]

This is what I always do. I hate carpools for many of the reasons stated here, but will almost always be happy to help in a pinch. I usually just say something to that effect, which is the truth! Usually “I can’t commit to carpool, sorry- our schedule is way to erratic with all 3 kids and it wouldn’t work. . But if you get in a jam, text me!”

Which is the truth.

It’s possible to be firm but still give a basic reason. These are friends (or parents I’m friendly with). I’ve never once had any pushback. [/quote]

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