Sidney Garcia - Postpartum Doula

About Sidney

Hi there! My name is Sidney. I’m a Certified Postpartum Doula & mother of two, serving Gilbert, Chandler, and East Valley. I care deeply about the entire maternity journey from pre-conception health through the tender early weeks of postpartum. My postpartum training allows me to assist with birth recovery, newborn care, lactation support, establishing infant sleep foundations, providing postpartum nutrition education, and serving as a grounded presence you can rely on. My goal is to help you feel steady, rested, supported, and confident as you settle into life with your baby with compassionate and non-judgmental support. When I’m not supporting families, you can usually find me, my husband, and our two little ones wandering the Riparian Preserve, grabbing a latte near the Gilbert Water Tower, or cooling off in a pool.

Postpartum Doula packages and pricing

Postpartum Doula Support (Hourly)

Gentle, personalized support to help you feel calm and confident in the early weeks. Individual services are tailored to your needs & preferences, and may include some or all of the following: - Assistance with recovery after birth, - Newborn care, - Infant sleep guidance, - Emotional support, - Nourishing meal prep, - Light household help or sibling support, and - Education as you settle into your new rhythm. My support is offered in 4-hour shifts, available, 2-, 3-, or 5- days per week. Most families choose care for 4–6 weeks, though extended support (up to 12 weeks) may be available if booked far enough in advance.

$30 USD · Per hour

Infant Sleep Foundations Package

Newborn sleep shaping is not sleep training — it’s a developmentally respectful way of supporting your baby’s natural rhythms so that sleep becomes easier for everyone. Thoughtufl guidance in the first 12 weeks can help: - Reduce long-term sleep struggles & night wakings, later - Support healthier feeding–sleep patterns - Minimize overtiredness and crying - Create predictable, soothing rhythms - Help baby learn to link sleep cycles earlier - Support your own recovery, mood, and energy This package includes: - A 60-minute sleep shaping call to assess your baby's feeding, soothing cues, nap rhythms, and nighttime patterns - A personalized Sleep Shaping Plan that honors your baby’s biology and your family’s preferences - Voicenote support (on Whatsapp, Voxer, or by text) until baby reaches 12 weeks for ongoing tweaks, reassurance, and questions - A digital Newborn Sleep Reference Guide you can revisit anytime

$197 USD · Flat rate

Overnight Newborn Care (Hourly)

Gentle, supportive overnight care so you can rest. Includes feeding support, soothing, diapering, and establishing calm nighttime rhythms while you sleep. This support is offered in 8-hour shifts, available, 1-, or 2- days per week. Dependent on availability.

$45 USD · Per hour

Accepted insurance

Carrot Message Sidney to confirm coverage for your plan.

What to expect

I provide gentle, evidence-based postpartum care for families in the East Valley. My support includes newborn care, sleep guidance, emotional support, nourishing meals, and practical help that brings ease in the early weeks. My goal is to help you feel rested, confident, and well-supported as you settle into life with your baby.

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Certifications, training, and specialties

Certification and training

Postpartum Doula (2025)
Infant Sleep Specialist (2025)
Environmental Epigenetics (Non-Toxic Living) (2024)

Education

Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry & Cell Biology (2013)
Master of Science, Biology (2014)

Languages

English

Credentials

MS CD (DNT Network)

Specialties

Evidence-Based Care Infant Care Newborn Care Nutritional Counseling Postpartum Doula Care Sleep Consultant

Frequently asked questions

What does a postpartum doula do?

I provide practical and emotional support during the early weeks with your baby. This includes newborn care, sleep foundations, feeding support within my scope, gentle postpartum recovery guidance, meal preparation tailored to postpartum recovery, and help creating a daily rhythm that feels grounding.

Do you support breastfeeding and bottlefeeding?

Yes. I offer non-clinical feeding support (whether breastfeeding, chestfeeding, or using a bottle for breast. milk and formula). I can help with positioning, pace feeding, basic latch comfort, and confidence. If clinical lactation care is needed, I can refer you to trusted IBCLCs while still supporting your overall feeding plan.

What does overnight support include?

During overnight care, I tend to your baby’s needs so you can rest. This includes diapering, soothing, feeding support, tracking sleep, and maintaining a calm nighttime environment. Standard overnights are 8 hours (commonly 10pm–6am).

Do you offer virtual support?

Yes. Virtual sessions are available for sleep foundations, newborn care education, and postpartum guidance if you’re outside my service area or prefer remote support. Outside of the Infant Sleep Foundations package, we can explore what guidance you are seeking and customize a package tailored to your needs.

What areas do you serve?

I currently serve families in Gilbert, Chandler, Mesa, Queen Creek, Tempe, and surrounding East Valley areas.

How does the complimentary meet-and-greet work?

This is a relaxed 15–20 minute phone or video call where we talk through your needs, answer questions, and explore whether we’re the right fit. There’s no pressure — just a gentle way to connect and get clarity. And I'll always connect you to education and resources if you choose not to proceed with care.

Can you help with sleep training?

I focus on developmentally appropriate sleep foundations rather than formal sleep training. Together we’ll create soothing routines, realistic expectations, and gentle rhythms that support your baby’s natural sleep patterns and result in easier sleep transitions.

What kind of meals do you prepare?

I prepare warm, nutrient-dense postpartum meals like soups, stews, breakfasts, and snacks that support recovery, energy, digestion, and hormone balance after birth. I can also make culturally meaningful dishes upon request. If proceeding with a care package, we can discuss what meals you would like and tailor to your preferences (partners and children can enjoy these meals too)

How much does Sidney charge?

Sidney's Postpartum Doula Support (Hourly) package is $30 USD, per hour. Sidney lists 3 packages in all.

Does Sidney accept insurance?

Sidney lists Carrot as accepted insurance. Message Sidney to confirm coverage for your plan.

Service area

Sidney is based in San Diego, California.

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