Hi, I really think it depends on the attitude of the person, for me male or female if they are not friendly and caring i dont want to know. I need to feel comfortable sharing an important journey with that person.
I once went to a baby shop/boutique and there was a man standing at the counter, he said nothing and ignored me and i felt really uncomfortable in there so i didnt ask about products or prices and i felt that he wouldnt know the best brand of highchair...or even care. I left quickly and never went there again. They moved shops and i accidently went in thinking it was a new shop but the man was there again and the same uncomfortable feeling was there. The shop closed down so i guess i wasnt the only one who felt that way.
My Gyno is a man and he is the most caring and nice person and i feel totally comfortable talking to him about anything.