I’m Chaya — a DMV native, proud mother of three, and the founder of Nova Birth & Wellness. I believe birth and postpartum aren’t just medical events — they are life-changing transitions that deserve to be supported, protected, and deeply honored.

My journey into birth work began in 2019 when I became a CNA, earned my NRP/CPR certifications, and trained as a full-spectrum doula. What started as a path toward labor & delivery nursing quickly grew into something much more expansive.

Since then, I’ve worked alongside midwives, apprenticed as a student birth assistant in home birth settings, and gained extensive clinical experience as a labor & delivery tech in the hospital. This blend of clinical and holistic experience allows me to support families with both intuition and evidence-based care.

I’ve had the privilege of supporting over 200 births across hospital, home, and birth center settings. Each experience has reinforced what I believe at my core — families deserve to feel informed, respected, and genuinely supported every step of the way.

Through Nova Birth & Wellness, I provide full-spectrum perinatal care, supporting families from pregnancy through birth and into postpartum. Whether I’m offering continuous labor support, advocacy, overnight newborn care, or guidance through recovery, my role is to ensure you feel confident, cared for, and never alone.

Many of my clients call me their “birth bestie,” but behind that warmth is a strong foundation of advocacy and experience. I am the calm in the room, the extra set of hands when things feel overwhelming, and the person ensuring your voice is always heard. I believe deeply in informed autonomy — that every family deserves to make empowered decisions about their care.

In addition to birth and postpartum support, I offer placenta encapsulation and birth/newborn photography, creating a seamless, all-in-one experience for families who value continuity of care.

I am currently a Licensed Practical Nurse in VA & FL, with long-term plans to become a Certified Nurse Midwife and open my own practice.

The relationships I build with my clients often extend far beyond birth. I prioritize trust, safety, and genuine connection so you always feel supported during some of the most meaningful moments of your life.

You don’t have to have it all figured out,
that’s what support is for.