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Beyond Brave

Kyla Thomson
Bella Brave
Anxiety
Grief
Disneyland
Bella Thomson
Resilience
Panic Attacks
Rare Diseases
Exposure Therapy
Trauma
Depression
Sickkids Hospital
Mental Health
Social Media
Ronald Mcdonald House
Grief Counseling
Grieving
Bereaved Parents
Seasonal Depression
Blue Monday

Meet Kyla and Lyle Thomson, co-hosts of Beyond Brave. As parents to Bella Brave, who inspired the world with her courage, they spent over a decade navigating her rare medical challenges. Together, they've channeled their experiences into helping others find resilience and healing. On Beyond Brave, Kyla and Lyle share stories of hope, love, and the lessons they've learned—both through Bella's journ... more

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Lyle is back on the mic with me, and we have a lot to catch up on. In this episode of Beyond Brave, we share stories from our recent family adventure in PV, Mexico...complete with Waylon’s hilarious bargaining skills, unexpected wildlife encounters, ... more

In this solo episode of Beyond Brave, I open up about the recent fatigue that’s been weighing on me and how discouraging it’s felt…until a shift happened after I took the time to research and understand what was really going on. I reflect on a recent... more

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Part 2 of Episode 47 continues my Brave Mom conversation with Kennedy as we go deeper into her journey with her brave girl, Huxley. In so many ways, Huxley reminds me of my late Bella, and simply talking about the two of them together brings healing ... more

In Part One of this special two-part Beyond Brave episode, I sit down with fellow medical mom Kennedy from Minnesota, whose daughter Huxley shares striking medical similarities with my Bella, a connection first brought to me by my TikTok community. W... more

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Ashley Hernandez
Bereaved mom sharing her story of loss and love for her daughter Aliyah.
Episode: #040 - Bereaved Mom Ashley & Her Brave Aliyah
Maria Panayiotou
Proud medical mom from Scarborough, Ontario.
Episode: #039 - Medical Mom Maria & Her Micro Preemie, George.
Kira Goodman
Project Director for Canada's Pediatric Palliative Care Alliance
Canada's Pediatric Palliative Care Alliance
Episode: #037 - An Interview with Kira Goodman on Canada’s Pediatric Palliative Care Resource Hub
Laura Lawrence
Founder of Youth Matter Canada, a powerful voice for mental health advocacy, speaker, mother, multi-time author, and host of HeartTalk Podcast.
Youth Matter Canada
Episode: #030 - Raw Grief, Youth Advocacy & Real Talk with Laura Lawrence
Sarah Binsfeld
Registered psychotherapist, CEO, and founder of New Earth Therapy
New Earth Therapy
Episode: #023 - Seeds of Strength: Our NEW resource hub for Medical Families w/ Sarah Binsfeld.
Meaghan Stovel McKnight
CEO of Make-A-Wish Canada
Make-A-Wish Canada
Episode: #022 - Granting Wishes, Changing Lives: Kyla Chats With Meaghan Stovel McKnight, CEO of Make-A-Wish Canada!
Natalie von Teichman
Founder of Mindfully and creator of the meditation plushie Tate.
Mindfully
Episode: #018 - The Power of Mindfulness for Kids with Natalie von Teichman
Lisa Boehm
Grief educator, author, speaker, and fellow podcaster focusing on supporting grieving mothers
The Angel Moms Podcast
Episode: #015 - The Loss of our Daughters and The Power of Grief with Guest Lisa Boehm
Brandi Hofer
Artist, muralist, educator, mother, podcaster, and author
Episode: #014 - The Art of Healing: A Conversation with Brandi from the Colour Me Happy Podcast

Hosts

Kyla Thomson
Co-host of the podcast who shares her personal experiences and emotional journey as a medical mom, deeply connected to families facing similar struggles.
Lyle Thomson
Co-host alongside Kyla, providing supportive insights and humor, contributing to discussions revolving around parenting through grief and medical challenges.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 576 ratings
  • Thank you

    Thank you for inspiring me to live my life bravely and happily… your daughter inspires me everyday with her words. Bella, please RIP. 🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sienna7890
    Australia9 months ago
  • Monday morning listening

    I've silently followed your journey with Bella on TikTok for years. Sharing your story is heart warming and breaking at the same time. The banter with Lyle makes me giggle as he lovingly roasts you. Keep practising doing your podcasts I love them!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fergenshoolie
    Canada10 months ago
  • Warms the Soul

    These two keep it real, I love the banter, the humour, the honesty, the marital support and understanding between them. They’ve gone though the hardest thing and show us that we can smile through tears. Love keeping Bella in my life through stories, Bella still brings so much joy, and she’s still teaching me so much.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MoonHowler123
    Canadaa year ago
  • Heartfelt Podcast with Tons of Laughs

    I have been loving the podcasts. It makes me laugh, it makes me cry, the whole richter scale! Kyla is awesome and adding in Lyle makes it hilarious. So heartfelt. I knew Bella and I think this is a wonderful way to honour her 💕 - Much love, Carie

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Care123bear
    Canadaa year ago
  • Comforting

    I followed Bella on TikTok and am so grateful to be able to continue following her legacy through this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Twinxmom
    United Statesa year ago

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The authenticity and emotional honesty shared by the hosts resonate deeply with their audience, creating a community feel.
Many reviews commend the heartfelt nature of discussions, noting how they inspire others to cope with their own challenges.
Listeners appreciate the blend of humor and depth, often highlighting how the hosts manage to navigate serious topics while still providing light-hearted moments.
People mention feeling a strong connection to the hosts due to their shared experiences and openness about grief and resilience.

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#044 - Bereaved Mom Liz & Her Brave Son Mathias.
Q: What does being brave mean to you?
Being brave means having faith, knowing that everything's going to be fine, fighting until the end for your child, and continuing to live each day.
#038 - Where We're At: Grief, Life & Health
Q: Did it go better or worse than you expected?
It went way better than I expected; it was not painful at all.
#038 - Where We're At: Grief, Life & Health
Q: What did your test results show?
Good news, my kidneys have healed and improved significantly.
#037 - An Interview with Kira Goodman on Canada’s Pediatric Palliative Care Resource Hub
Q: Can you start us off sharing a bit about your background and your role with the Pediatric Palliative Care Alliance?
Kira explains her journey to become a registered nurse, motivated by her experience with her grandmother's palliative care, and details her project director role aimed at improving access to pediatric palliative care in Canada.
#034 - Lyle's Back! Health Updates, Quick-Fire Q&A, & Our US Camping Trip
Q: How do we keep Bella in our life, but also move forward without guilt?
We move forward with guilt, and we keep her in our lives by talking about her and engaging in activities that honor her memory.

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What is Beyond Brave about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Listeners will find a heartfelt exploration of parenting under extraordinary circumstances, marked by the experiences of families navigating complex medical challenges. The discussions often center around resilience and the emotional journey of grief, particularly following the loss of their daughter, Bella. The hosts frequently engage with guests who share their own stories of courage in the face of adversity, creating a supportive community for parents, medical families, and anyone touched by loss. Unique to this series is the blend of humor and authenticity, as the hosts reflect on their personal struggles while also celebrating the legacy of their daughter. Noteworthy episodes feature interviews with medical moms, bereaved parents, and ... more

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2. Maria Panayiotou
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4. Laura Lawrence
5. Sarah Binsfeld
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8. Lisa Boehm

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