Testimonial for Kaylen Ardiles-Cervera (CD, DONA)
We worked with Kaylen for my two pregnancies (a non emergency c-section in '23 and a vbac in '25). Kaylen's support is priceless. If I could describe it in a few words, I'd say she's peace of mind. She's your confidant during pregnancy and your voice and advocate during labor. She's your close friend and mom during postpartum.
On our appointments, she'd listen to all my concerns and give space to all my feelings, answer all my questions with compassion and a wealth of knowledge, and reduced my anxiety with her calm presence. She helped me think through practical things, like planning my daily routine with the newborn and a toddler, and connected me with additional resources, like a wonderful postpartum chef.
For my second pregnancy, she came home and I was able to labor for 4hs making good progress until we went to the hospital. She navigated the hospital protocols and staff with ease (she knows many of the OBs and nurses), so I could focus on labor. She helped me tirelessly with positions that would help the baby descend, and prepared me for the pushing stage which I had no experience with. She made sure my birth plan was acknowledged and I credit her, along with the hospital team, for having a successful vbac (my scheduled c-section was supposed to happen the next day). I would recommend her with no hesitation!
-Dominique Torres
January 27, 2026
Kaylen Ardiles-Cervera (CD, DONA)
Roots of Love Project
Birth Fee: $3250 to $4500
Postpartum Rate: $65 to $75
