I prefer MyWhoosh, but I've used plenty of Zwift in the past. Or even GTA V 😂 But most spot on is towel and a fan along with second screen for whatever video content you prefer to consume (movies, series, YouTube, ...).

Start with zwift, then try the other platforms, some are free.

Your first session probably wont be that productive, it can be a pain getting used to such a static position. Plenty of water. Get a fan.

I use Zwift quite a bit, and some people I know love Rouvy (I see the allure, but overall I prefer Zwift).

What helps with indoor riding, for me, is the interaction with others. There's a group on Zwift that does a 100 mile ride every Saturday morning - the distraction of chatting with people helps the time pass.

Neither one will replace outdoor riding for me, but it helps me stay in shape or even improve when I can't ride outdoors for some reason.

So cool! Love seeing their bikes pop up on my feed. Enjoy!

Never, a pregnant friend biked to the hospital to give birth !

Adding foams and gels to saddles actually counterintuitively makes saddles worse as you are adding layers that can shift and move around under you more which in turn actually causes more issues.

You are best off with a good quality sadly and a well fitting pair of cycling shorts. As you have mentioned in another comment a bike fit will be infinitely more helpful to you in combatting any kind of discomfort or sores that you get anywhere on your body than anything else :)

Awesome. I hiked to the top a few years ago with my wife. Awesome views and a really fun hike

Congratulations and yes, bike fit first.

I likely a need a bike fit first, but I have nearly bought one online at least twice.

Looks like a beautiful ride!

Saddles are still a pain point for me.

Two words: Brooks. Saddle. Get a leather one, treat it once a year with proofide. You'll never buy another one.

So cool, glad you reached that goal! Man, years ago, I used to think of headwind as a welcome challenge. But now? Damn, I gear down and take it easy. At the very least, the sensation of the wind is usually nice, but good on you for powering through!

I was lucky enough to visit in the 90s, I really enjoyed all the biking. People looked happier than they do now.

Those wide, protected bike lanes 😍

Filled with mopeds 😔

You bet! And congratulations! The early times are maybe the hardest part, at least in the confusing and scary side of things. Lots to worry about and not a lot that you can actually do about any of it. Reach out anytime. Good luck!!!

The history of bicycles is so cool because it's at the union of human and mechanistical engineering. Putting this museum on my to do someday list.

I am only 8 weeks currently and a first time mom, so a lot of unknowns for me. It feels unnecessary to stop cycling this early in the process. Cycling is the only way I typically get my heart rate up every day, and it makes me happy. And I assume Dutch ladies cycle at least until they physically struggle with large bellies.

I will take you up on your offer to DM you when I have more questions. I get a little overwhelmed sometimes. I have the book, "what to expect when you're expecting" but it can be nice to talk to someone. Thanks!

Hi! I'm a mom of 3. I biked until it wasn't comfortable for me, something like 35ish weeks, with my dr's approval. I did crash once when I was like high 20s weeks, doing something dumb. No ill effects, fortunately. I have friends that biked longer, but as in all things pregnancy, it's really variable how your body's going to feel and you just gotta go with it. Happy to chat more, feel free to dm me!

A buddy of mine recently cycled to the hospital to get pneumothorax surgery. It is not recommended to cycle to the hospital for pneumothorax surgery.

And with global warming, ice is less of a problem every passing year. Studded tires are nice, but last winter there weren't too many days where studs were necessary. Last year I changed tires in late October, but this year I think I'll wait until December.

How else are they supposed to go to the hospital to give birth ??

I haven't found one type of magic media. It revolves between shows, movies, audio books, music, etc. Duel monitors help out a lot with the trainer on one screen and the media on another.

You stop cycling the moment you are 2, bicycle is a word for a reason.

Just put some wheels on it!

I like that final sentiment. Personally I've seen tons of people with their little toddlers and even infants in various compartments on bicycles, I see no reason why the womb is any more or less safe than most of those various compartments.

It doesn't mean there's no risk, but heck when you think about kids being strapped to parents backs/fronts/in bicycle trailers, it makes me wonder if there really is any meaningful difference in risk?

And all this doesn't even take into consideration the risks to a fetus while traveling by car.

I recently moved to The Netherlands. I expected to see pregnant people cycling. I did not expect to see people who look like they could be on their way to the hospital cycling.