Anonymous wrote:Just tell her that in the future you will charge for the hours requested even if not used because it alters your schedule.

This would be the best solution.

How rude on the Mother’s part - I would be annoyed too.

Did she even call or text you??!
If I was the Mom in this situation I would have still paid you from 6:30AM on since I had reserved that time with you already.

Anonymous wrote:Just tell her that in the future you will charge for the hours requested even if not used because it alters your schedule.

This. And charge 1.5 for hours outside of your normal (so 8 or 8.30- 5.30 or 6).

So just say "Sorry, I am really only available for 8am to 6pm" or whatever.

Just tell her that in the future you will charge for the hours requested even if not used because it alters your schedule.

I am assuming your child sleeps late op?

I take care of a toddler full time at my home. I also have a toddler at home with me during the day. Yesterday I was asked to do drop off at 6:30 am. I agreed. I went to sleep earlier and the mom didn't show up early. I could barely sleep last night because I was so worried my alarm would not work. This has happened before. This is just a vent post. The mother has odd hours right now but next week she starts a 9-5 job.