When labor started at night, I took my time to call our doula because I still felt comfortable alone and with my husband. (doulamatch.net)
She is incredibly calming and soothing, both before labor starts with any types of anxiety or concerns, and especially during labor. (doulamatch.net)
While not fool - proof, some women decide to avoid the medical induction (therefore limiting the associated interventions) by trying natural means of getting labor started. (health-and-parenting.com)