Chillon was born and raised in Benson, MN. She attended Concordia College in Moorhead, MN where she received her Bachelor of Arts degree in nursing in 2002. She then worked as an RN at the Douglas County Hospital for five years, primarily at the Birthplace as a labor and delivery nurse. She completed her Master of Science in Nursing, Nurse Midwifery from the University of Minnesota, Minneapolis in May 2007. She is certified through the American Midwifery Certification Board and the American College of Nurse Midwives. She is a member of the ACNM. Chillon is also an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant who specializes in the clinical management of breastfeeding. Her special interests include family planning, pregnancy and birth and preventative healthcare for women of all ages.

Chillon lives in Alexandria with her husband, Bill and daughter, Kaelyn. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends, all outdoor activities and scrapbooking.