713-382-7219
Cleopatra Williams, Doula
About Me
Who I Am
A native Houstonian and current teacher, I offer personalized prenatal, birthing, and postnatal support. My goal is to give you and your family the attention and knowledge you need to make informed decisions about your pregnancy and labor process. To learn more about me and the services that I offer, please get in touch.
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Fun Fact: I was a professional ballerina for the Houston Ballet, and the first and only African-American "Clara" in their production of the Nutcracker.
My Services
How I Assist
I pride myself in providing you and your partner with care, understanding, information and support throughout, during, and after the birthing process. Our initial meeting will help me tailor my packages to fit your needs, as every pregnancy is different. To schedule an initial consultation, or to learn more about my practice, please contact me.
The Essentials Package- $600
From pregnancy to postpartum, this package ensures you can rest easy knowing you have someone to serve you and care for your family’s needs.
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INCLUDES
Unlimited phone + email support from pregnancy to postpartum
Two (2) in-home consultations with parents
Birth Plan development
Unlimited labor support from active labor to birth
Immediate postpartum + breastfeeding support
One (1) in-home postpartum visit
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(All doula services include a backup doula.)
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Hourly Sessions- $30 (2 hrs minimum)
Hourly Sessions give you unique access to a broad range of birth consultations. If you are looking to customize your birth experience, then an hourly session may be the ideal time to discuss any and all topics that matter to you!
CAN INCLUDE
Goals, Fears, Concerns
Birth Plan Development
Breastfeeding
Practicing Comfort Measures + Alternative Pain Management
Natural Birth or VBAC
Parenting + Newborn Care
And More!
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"Birth is about making mothers... strong, competent, capable mothers who trust themselves and know their inner strength."
Barbara Katz Rothman
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Serving families in the Greater Houston area
FAQs
Answering Your Questions
What is a Doula?
A labor doula is a person who supports a woman during her pregnancy, labor, and birth of her child. She provides continuous physical and emotional support to the birthing woman and her partner while creating a safe space for the mother’s voice to be heard. A doula also serves as a bank of knowledge to help guide a woman through her pregnancy and birth options.
Why do I need a Doula?
Feeling totally supported during this life altering moment is paramount. Imagine excitingly looking forward to the birth of your baby because you feel so confident in the birth process.Â
The use of a doula in labor means:
50% reduction in cesarean section
25% shorter labor
60% reduction in epidural requests
40% reduction in oxytocin (pitocin) use
30% reduction in pain medication use
40% reduction in forceps delivery
Some small studies show that doulas lower the chance of postpartum depression.
Why can't my partner be my Doula?
Your partner can! However, if you have a trained doula at your birth, your partner won’t be tasked with remembering all of the labor positions for alleviating pain, making sure you’re hydrated and fed, monitoring your bathroom breaks, and remembering your birth plan. This frees your partner up to be just what they are: your partner. They can be by your side, relaxed, and be confident you are receiving the best care. You will not regret making an investment towards a beautiful birth experience. After all, don’t you deserve the most professional and supportive care possible?
Why do I need a birth plan?
This is your birth. There are many ways to tailor your birth to meet your wishes. With all of the different interventions that are possible, I will work as your personal research assistant to answer any questions you might have and to help educate you on your options. We will work together to figure out which interventions you are comfortable with and which you would like to avoid.