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Beyond Brave

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 journey and in their everyday family life. Join them as they honor Bella’s legacy and inspire others to find

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#029 - Signs From Bella To Dad

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2025/06/23

In this tender, unfiltered conversation, Lyle opens up about navigating grief as a dad, the quiet heaviness, the unexpected moments of connection, and the signs that Bella is still close. From a mysterious golden orb caught on camera to a Killdeer returning to their yard, Kyla and Lyle share stories that are equal parts heartbreaking and hope-filled. Also: bird drama, pie miracles, and some laugh-worthy “dad truths” you won’t want to miss.

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#028 - Bella Moments I've Never Shared...Until Now.

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2025/06/09

In this solo episode, Kyla shares deeply personal stories about her daughter Bella. Many precious moments and life lessons she’s never shared on Beyond Brave until now. A heartfelt conversation about grief, memory, and keeping love alive through story. > You can follow along with the Thomsons' daily life on Kyla's Instagram @kylact, where they continue to honour and carry forward their daughter Bella's brave legacy. > You can support the Bella Brave Legacy Project and help carry

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#027 - Grief, Golf & Guess Who's Back?!

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2025/06/03

In this epsiode of Beyond Brave, I finally got Lyle back in the Brave Cave studio with me as we dive into your powerful listener questions. We talk about everything from when we flew home without Bella to the first transplant call that didn't go through. We also chat about the upcomming Golf For Wishes tournoment, share laughs and tears reflecting on recent signs from Bella and a lot more. Thanks for being here, your support means the world in carrying on our Brave Bella's legacy.

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#026 - Our IVF Stories: Real Talk With My Friends...

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2025/05/27

Three women, three different IVF journeys. In this episode I am joined by my two friends Stacey and Jen in the Brave Cave. We share each of our unique and deeply personal IVF stories, answer listener questions and hope this message helps others prior to, durring or post IVF treatments. We talk about the raw and real and unexpected, deeply personal parts of the whole process and so much more. Whether you're preparing for IVF, in the thick of it ir supporting someone who is, we hope this honest

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#025 - My first solo episode! Answering Listeners...

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2025/05/19

In this solo episode of Beyond Brave, I’m cozying up with you for a real heart-to-heart. I share some sweet and silly memories of Bella, talk about what life looks like these days, and give you a little behind-the-scenes peek into how I’m doing — the good, the hard, and the in-between.I’ll fill you in on our recent trip to Mexico (yes, there were piña coladas), chat about signs I’ve felt from Bella lately, and answer some of your amazing Instagram questions — everything from grief and stress as a

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#024 - Therapy Sessions and Beach Confessions

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2025/05/06

In this episode of Beyond Brave, we open up about everything from signs from Bella during therapy to Kyla’s trip to Mexico—where a white seashell by the pool, a lizard named George, and some emotional encounters with strangers made her feel Bella's presence in unexpected ways. We answer your Instagram questions, talk about camping plans at Cypress Hills (Bella’s favorite place), and laugh about how Lyle rarely makes it onto the podcast because he’s “so busy.”Kyla shares the ongoing mystery of

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#023 - Seeds of Strength: Our NEW resource hub for...

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2025/04/28

Hey everyone, Kyla here from 'Beyond Brave'! I'm so excited to share something really close to my heart with you all. It's called 'Seeds of Strength,' and think of it as a big virtual hug and resource hub just for us amazing medical parents.I'm not doing this alone, thankfully! My wonderful friend Sarah is joining forces with me. You might know her – she's a registered psychotherapist and the powerhouse CEO of New Earth Therapy. And guess what? She's a medical

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#022 - Granting Wishes, Changing Lives: Kyla Chats...

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2025/04/21

In Episode 22 of the Beyond Brave Podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with Meaghan Stovel McKnight, the CEO of Make-A-Wish Canada, about the incredible work the organization is doing for kids facing critical illnesses. We dove into how Make-A-Wish, which merged with Children’s Wish in 2019, has granted an amazing 40,000 wishes since 1983. Megan explained how these wishes are so much more than just a nice gesture—they’re a crucial part of the healing process for children with high-risk

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00:44:37

#021 - Life Lately: Grief, Roadtrips & Back to Work

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2025/04/14

In this episode of Beyond Brave, we (Kyla and Lyle) invite you into one of our most honest, tender conversations yet—sprinkled, of course, with our usual humor and a few unexpected laughs. We open up about the ongoing journey of grief after losing our sweet Bella, and what it’s been like finding our footing again, both individually and as a couple.Lyle shares what it’s been like going back to work after eight months (spoiler: it’s been a rollercoaster of nerves, healing, and... explaining what he

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#020 - Green Shirt Day Special: Honoring Life Through...

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2025/04/07

In this episode of Beyond Brave, we are excited to honor Green Shirt Day and raise awareness for Organ Donation Awareness Month. Kyla, who has shared the journey with our daughter Bella, welcomes two very special guests—Sarah and her mom, Cindy.Sarah, a multi-organ transplant recipient, opens up about her incredible journey, starting with her birth diagnosis of a rare genetic condition called Megacystis Microcolon Intestinal Hypoperistalsis Syndrome (MMIHS). Together, we talk about the challenges

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#019 - Eight Months Without Bella: What’s Helping,...

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2025/03/31

In this episode of Beyond Brave, we open up about our daughter Bella—sharing stories and little moments that haven’t been in the spotlight. It’s been eight months since she passed, and we’ve been navigating the ups and downs of grief together as a family. We talk about how we’re coping, the things that have helped (and the things that haven’t), and how we’re supporting our son, Waylon, through it all.We also take time to remember the funny, beautiful, and even really tough moments—because grief

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00:55:54

#018 - The Power of Mindfulness for Kids with Natalie...

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2025/03/24

In this episode of Beyond Brave, I dive into the topic of children's mental wellness with Natalie von Teichman, founder of Mindfully. Natalie and I explore the importance of mindfulness for kids, how we can incorpate this into our daily lives, and the inspiration behind the Tate stuffy!We share personal stories about its impact, offer advice for parents starting their mindfulness journey with their children, and even announce a special giveaway and discount for our listeners. This conversation

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#017 - Brain Dumping, Bluey Impressions, and HOT St....

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2025/03/17

Hey Bravelings! In this episode of Beyond Brave, Lyle and I sit down with just each other to share some life updates and answer your Instagram questions! We get into a friendly debate about who the best cook in our house is (let’s just say opinions differ), and we dive into some interesting facts about St. Patrick’s Day—because why not add a little history to the mix?Of course, we also take time to remember Bella and share some of our favorite memories of her, from her spot-on Bluey impressions to

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#016 - A Deep Dive into OUR Marriage with The...

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2025/03/10

On this episode of Beyond Brave, we sit down with Ashlyn and Ashley from the Parent Empowerment Network for a deep, unfiltered conversation about marriage and parenting. We open up about our journey as Bella’s parents, sharing the real and raw moments beyond social media—how we navigated caregiving, kept our relationship strong, and leaned on each other through unimaginable challenges. From communication struggles to recognizing each other’s strengths, we explore what it takes to stay united in the

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#015 - The Loss of our Daughters and The Power of...

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2025/03/03

Hey, it’s Kyla and Lyle, and welcome to another episode of Beyond Brave! Kyla sits down with grief educator Lisa Boehm, who opens up about the heartbreaking loss of her daughter Katie and how she’s now helping other grieving mothers through The Angel Moms Podcast.We explore the many layers of grief—how it affects not just emotions but also physical health, the fear of forgetting loved ones, and why simply showing up for those who are grieving can make all the difference. We also dig into society’s

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#014 - The Art of Healing: A Conversation with Brandi...

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2025/02/24

In this episode, we sat down with the incredible Brandy Hofer—an artist, educator, and all-around creative genius who helped turn our kids' rooms into wonderlands. We got real and raw, sharing the highs and lows of Bella’s medical journey and how our art projects (and this podcast) became a lifeline during the toughest times. And of course, we couldn’t help but laugh about our hilarious Waylon and his antics. Join us as we mix heartfelt moments with a splash of humor, celebrate the power of

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#013 - Kyla’s Recent Keynote, Surprise Fashion Facts,...

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2025/02/17

In this lively and intimate episode of Beyond Brave, Kyla and I share stories of hope, bravery, and laughter, reflecting on our journey with our late daughter, Bella. But today, we go beyond the well-known chapters and dive into more personal experiences. I share a behind-the-scenes look at Kyla’s recent keynote speech at the Hearts Desire Gala, a beautiful event that honors medical moms and supports local hospitals.We also talk about our family life, including some challenges we’ve had while

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#012 - Signs from Bella, Superbowl Surprises, and a...

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2025/02/09

In this week’s episode of Beyond Brave, we decided to give you a bit of a primer for the big game! We dive into everything from Superbowl stats, to peculiar bets that keeps everyone guessing, like predicting the national anthem’s length, If Drake will drop a new diss track, and the Gatorade color (who knew these things could be so suspenseful?). We then take you on a heartfelt journey through our recent trip to California, where Disneyland gave us more than just magical memories—it bro...

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#011 - Lyle's Takeaways From 'Grief' Books, & Special...

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2025/02/03

In this week’s episode of Beyond Brave, Kyla takes us on a journey through some of the more intimate, unseen moments of her life. We kick things off with our excitement about recent interviews—big names like Anxiety Josh and Ryan Reynolds. It’s a mix of excitement and nerves, but we’re so grateful for the opportunity to have these conversations. Kyla also shares some fun behind-the-scenes stories about Instagram mishaps and accidental followings that had us both laughing. But the episode isn...

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#10 - Ryan Reynolds Sits Down With Us to Chat!

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2025/01/26

Send us a textIn this special episode of Beyond Brave, we sit down with none other than the hilarious and all-around amazing Ryan Reynolds. We talk about his incredible connection with our daughter Bella.Ryan opens up about his visits to SickKids Hospital in Toronto, where he shared moments of kindness and laughter with Bella. He also talks about the tough stuff—grief, love, and how he’s learned to navigate loss in his own life. Spoiler alert: it’s way more emotional than we planned, but also...

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