The coronavirus pandemic has put a pause on plans everywhere, but should you adjust pregnancy goals and dreams of a family because of COVID-19? Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist Dr. Etienne Horner, from The Lindo Wing and The Portland Hospital helps to answer that question in this weeks episode. We discuss intercourse and initial efforts on falling pregnant, what to consider when trying for a baby right now and the possible effects of stress during pregnancy. With ease and expertise Dr. Horner recaps on health and lifestyle changes to consider if you are pregnant and offers his advice on how to navigate pregnancy amidst the coronavirus situation.

Grief is the natural response when someone or something is lost. In the time of coronavirus we're all experiencing loss to a degree: loss of time, income and loved ones. In this episode we speak with Zoe Clews, a leading hypnotherapist on Harley Street. Zoe discusses the grieving process and breaks down why losing our anchors can throw us into a state of shock and despair. Zoe highlights why understanding our window of tolerance is important and explains what emotions and mental pressures we might feel when outside of it. There is no time limit to processing grief and in sharing her own experience of losing a loved one Zoe hopes it will encourage us to be gentle and patient with ourselves. She gives hope in knowing we're all going through this together collectively around the globe and reminds us this too shall pass. I'm sure you will find our conversation insightful.

Reiki healing has been used for centuries to promote overall synergy and wellbeing. It can help to release individuals from traumatic events and emotional ties thereby encouraging natural flow of life force energy within the body. Reiki Master Shaylini from The Sacred Self talks to us in this weeks episode on everything you need to know about Reiki. With grace and easy Shaylini breaks down what Reiki energy is, its healing ability and how it can be used to ease mental disorders, physical conditions and emotional issues. The overall impact it can have on flow and wellbeing in ones body is discussed and Shaylini gently invites those who would like to try it to get in touch.

In this weeks episode we talk to Archna Patel a leading Acupuncturist based on Devonshire Place. With over 19 years experience, Archna opens up to us on her first encounter with Acupuncture and how that led to her eventually studying the therapy. She broke down various different techniques used and explained the importance of selecting the right therapist for you. As a specialist in managing clients suffering with burn out and stress, Archna highlighted how Traditional Acupuncture can be used to bring about a state of rest and digest, and calm. She is a visionary and her passion for an integrated healthcare system came out toward the end of the conversation. This episode is filled with expert information, a must listen for anyone considering Acupuncture.

As the saying goes "if you can't go outside go inside". In this weeks episode we delve out of the science and dive into the unknown with Belinda Matwali. We discuss the importance of meditation and cultivating a practise as a method to reduce stress and question our deeper purpose. With so many of us not commuting at the moment Belinda gently encourages us to start where we are and highlights the key is in starting. There really isn't a better time to begin our meditation journey.

Sometimes the simple things are easily overlooked. In this episode we talk to Jonathan Goldsmith on acceptance and mindset, and we talk through doing those small things to help yourself and others during these uncertain times. Jonathan is very passionate and quite a colourful talker so there is some explicit content in this episode to be mindful of

It’s sometimes hard to understand how a team first responds to an infectious disease threat let alone an epidemic - this week we speak to Dr. Taavi Tillman, a Public Health England contributor who’s been working hard during the coronavirus outbreak. He offers insight and behind the scenes information on reacting to the large scale coronavirus threat and also talks through his research in fighting heart disease.

Sorry for the audio quality in advance, regardless its super informative and a great listen!

Intro music: Instrumental from Himalayas on YouTube

Hey everyone - welcome to the premier episode of The Harley Street Edit. On this podcast you get access to exclusive information from the world's best minds when it comes to Healthcare. Today we talk to Dr Amit Adlakha about the Coronavirus. He is a ICU Consultant and a Lung Transplant specialist. At the time of recording he was also self isolating due to the COVID-19 virus so who better to talk to!

Hope you enjoy & be sure to send me your thoughts via Instagram.com/theharleystreetedit

You can find Dr Amit Adlakha on Twitter at https://twitter.com/amitadlakha1?lang=en

Lastly thanks for intro music by Instrumental from Himalayas on YouTube.