A doula is a female who is a trained and experienced labor companion from our community who provides you with prenatal information, support and labor and delivery assistance. (easterseals.com)
You should take a childbirth class together with your husband or labor companion if at all possible. (natural-parenting-advice.com)
Doulas can also be referred to as labor companions, labor support specialists, labor support professionals, birth assistants, or labor assistants. (americanpregnancy.org)