The Doula Guide to BirthBy: Ananda Lowe, Rachel Zimmerman Here is your guide to the fastest growing trend in childbirtha tradition as old as motherhood itself. Doulas, or professional labor assistants, have led thousands of expectant women through the birthing process in a way thats safe and meaningful, and that creates the birth and postbirth experience all mothers long for. What exactly do doulas do? How to find one that suits you. What are the trade secrets only doulas