A doula is a trained professional who provides emotional, physical, and informational support to new and expectant parents before, during, and after birth and early postpartum. Your doula will be a voice of encouragement and a source of relief, providing tools for pain management by providing relaxation and comfort techniques, reflexology, affirmations, and so much more to have a less stressed and more satisfying birth. And so much more to have. Learn more at https://www.whattoexpect.com/pregnancy/hiring-doula#definition