D.A.
For our last child, I had a midwife who worked at a hospital with a birthing center. It was the best of both worlds - the support was there if needed, but it was very mother-centered and avoided intervention if possible. This was in 2002 in New Orleans. They had a tub, which I found relaxing, but they weren't set up to go the distance with a water birth. That would have been my ideal. I'm not sure what's in Houston, but definitely check out midwives. They're highly trained, and you'll see a doctor prob. twice during your pregnancy so you'll know the doctor should you need her for the delivery.