I didn't catch that he thought they didn't know what they were talking about. To me the issue is people's offering unasked for advice about something that is a personal decision, and getting impolite and condescending when you don't take their advice.
Gobucks is searching for answers, that is why he brought it to Free Republic, he even admitted googling around for answers. Having had childbirth classes before hand, and reading up about being pregnant, the only way you really know what giving birth is all about is to participate in it. Sounds like Gobucks will have some stories to share about his experiences , pretty soon..and we will listen :-)