Dear {Recipient},

I'm sorry for assuming you would be able to babysit {child's name} on such short notice. You've been such a big part of our lives that I forgot you have your own life.

Also, being the selfish jerk I am, I never really thanked you for all that you've done for {child's name} and I. How would you like {tickets to a movie/a spa treatment/etc.}?

Thank you for everything and I'm sorry for taking you for granted. I will be more considerate of your needs moving forward.

Sincerely,
{Your Name}

Dear [Name],

I am writing to apologize for the neglect of your child in my care. I understand that this is a serious matter and I take full responsibility for my actions.

I want to start by expressing my sincere regret for not providing the level of care that your child deserved. I understand that this has caused you and your family a great deal of distress and I am truly sorry for that.

I can assure you that I have taken steps to ensure that this does not happen again. I have taken a refresher course in child care and I am now more aware of the level of care that is expected of me. I am also more aware of my own limitations and will not take on any more children than I can handle.

I understand that this apology may not be enough to make up for the neglect of your child in my care. I am willing to do whatever it takes to make it up to you and your family. I am available to talk and answer any questions you may have. I am also willing to provide additional references or documents to demonstrate my commitment to providing quality care.

Once again, I apologize for the neglect of your child in my care. I am committed to providing quality care and will do whatever it takes to make it up to you and your family.

Sincerely,

[Your Name]

Dear [Name],

I am writing to apologize for my unintentional neglect of your child's care. I understand that I have failed to provide the level of care and attention that you expect and that your child deserves.

I take my role as a caregiver very seriously and I regret that I have not been able to meet the standards that you have set. I understand that my actions have caused you to worry and feel frustrated, and for that I am truly sorry.

I have taken the time to reflect on my actions and I am committed to ensuring that this does not happen again. I am also taking steps to ensure that I am better prepared to meet the needs of your child. I am attending additional training sessions and I am also consulting with other caregivers to learn more about the best practices for providing quality care.

I understand that my apology may not be enough to make up for my negligence, but I hope that you will accept it and that you will see that I am taking the necessary steps to ensure that this does not happen again. I am truly sorry for my actions and I am committed to providing the best care possible for your child.

Sincerely,

[Your Name]