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We are midwives because we believe in women.

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Who We Are

Meet Our Midwives and Team

Our team of skilled and compassionate midwives, doulas, and holistic health practitioners are dedicated to providing personalized care that supports the health and wellbeing of both mother and baby. With advanced training in obstetrical emergencies and newborn resuscitation, our midwives are equipped to handle any situation that may arise, ensuring the highest quality of care.

Co-Founders

Judy Ribner, DNP, CNM, co-founder

Judy Ribner, DNP, CNM

Co-Founder

Joshua U. Klein, MD, FACOG, co-founder

Joshua U. Klein, MD, FACOG

Co-Founder

Midwives

Malki Schuler, MSN, CNM, C-EFM, LCCE

Malki Schuler, MSN, CNM, C-EFM, LCCE

Certified Nurse Midwife

Marisol Montoya, CNM

Marisol Montoya, CNM

Certified Nurse Midwife

Laila Morgan, CNM

Laila Morgan, CNM

Certified Nurse Midwife

Operations & Support Team

Bracha Schwartz, RN, BSN, FNP-C, director of operations

Bracha Schwartz, RN, BSN, FNP-C

Director of Operations

Devorah Kraut, intake and client care coordinator

Devorah Kraut

Intake and Client Care Coordinator

Chana Crystal, birth center care coordinator and birth assistant

Chana Crystal

Birth Center Care Coordinator & Birth Assistant

Judy Ribner, DNP, CNM, Founder
Doctor of Nursing Practice
Certified Nurse Midwife
Malki Schuler, MSN, CNM, C-EFM, LCCE
Certified Nurse Midwife
Malki Schuler, MSN, CNM, C-EFM, LCCE
Certified Nurse Midwife
Rachel Cohen, MSN, CNM
Certified Nurse Midwife

Meet Judy Ribner, DNP, CNM
Co-Founder & Midwifery Director

Discover the heart behind Holistic Birthing Center NYC and Judy's vision for compassionate, holistic, and empowering maternity care.

Judy Ribner, DNP, CNM, co-founder and midwifery director

Judy Ribner, DNP, CNM

Co-Founder & Midwifery Director

Judy is a doctorally prepared midwife who completed her graduate midwifery education at SUNY Downstate and earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice from NYU as valedictorian. Having professionally attended births at home, in birth centers, and in hospitals, her approach is grounded in trusting women, honoring physiologic birth, and providing safe, individualized care in the setting that best meets each woman's needs.

Joshua U. Klein, MD, FACOG

Co-Founder - Birthing Center NYC

Dr. Joshua Klein is a board-certified reproductive endocrinologist who completed his medical education at Harvard Medical School and his fellowship at Columbia University. He serves as Chief Clinical Officer of Extend Fertility.

As a co-founder of Birthing Center NYC and its Long Island practice, he is committed to expanding women's access to high-quality, individualized midwifery care and supporting a model grounded in physiologic birth, safety, and appropriate medical collaboration.

From fertility specialist to birth center co-founder, Dr. Joshua Klein shares the personal story behind Birthing Center NYC.

WHAT WE OFFER

Our Comprehensive Birthing Services

Holistic Birthing Center NYC offers a comprehensive range of services to meet the needs of expectant mothers and their families.

Prenatal Care

Comprehensive prenatal visits to assess and support the health of mother and baby, offered in a birthing center in NYC.

Natural Birth

Experience natural childbirth in our birthing center with options like water birth, midwifery care, and a holistic approach.

Water Birth

Enjoy the soothing benefits of water birth in NYC with our state-of-the-art birthing tubs in our luxurious birthing suites.

Postpartum Care

In-home postpartum visits to ensure the well-being of both mother and newborn, providing continuous support after birth.

Childbirth Education

Classes including prenatal yoga, lactation, hypnobirthing, Lamaze, newborn care, and water birth preparation.

Holistic Wellness Services

Additional services including acupuncture, craniosacral therapy, chiropractic care, and prenatal massage.

Our Serene Facility

See What To Expect At Our NYC Birthing Facility

Our birthing suites are designed to provide a serene and familiar environment, offering greater control over your birthing space and atmosphere. Each suite is equipped with amenities such as birthing tubs for water births, birthing balls, essential oil diffusers, and comfortable furnishings to support a natural and peaceful birth experience.

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If you are ready to start on a birthing journey that aligns with your values and vision, contact Holistic Birthing Center NYC today to learn more about our services and schedule a tour of our facilities.

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