Benita Bensch

10/06/2026

I am still processing our Friday night event in Goondiwindi, which brought together many precious people in my life, including some of the brave women who wrote stories for Seen Again.

It was so special.

A combination of exhaustion and emotion is getting in the way of the words I want to share, so, for now, here are some photos!

This selection of shots is by Alex of .andfade who, as fate would have it, I met at a Gundy mother’s group session I facilitated a few years ago.

A huge thanks to everyone who came along, helped make it happen, sent me messages, or supported it in some way.

It was a huge milestone to see Seen Again in the hands of readers!

More to come soon. THANK YOU!

❤️ Benita xx

04/06/2026

9 hours down yesterday, 4 hours to go this morning…

My boys x4 and I are on our way north to Goondiwindi for an extra long weekend.

First we’re celebrating Seen Again this evening back where the story began, and with people who shared their stories in the book. 🥳

We’re also celebrating my gorgeous nephew’s 21st tomorrow night. 🎈

We slept well and we’re getting ready to hit the road. 🚗

Off I trot to play Tetris with books, banners, bags and squishmallows.

Excited to share updates with you this afternoon!

🩷 Benita x

01/06/2026

Thank you for this story Riverine Herald I'm looking forward to seeing new and familiar faces on the 21st of June at the Women of the Murray x Rural Women’s Day lunch in Moama. Get your tickets! x

Rebecca Huismann's journey of resilience and Benita Bensch's insights on rural motherhood will be shared on Rural Women's Day.

31/05/2026

Last call for tickets to this Friday’s Seen Again event in Goondiwindi celebrating storytelling, regional women and the dark and light of motherhood. 5 - 6:30pm at The Art Space.

Join us to:
- hear my story behind the book,
- learn from the women who contributed their stories,
- enjoy a drink (yummy non-alcoholic options available)
- enjoy delicious canapés by Gather 4390.
- receive your gift from me.

Bookings today are essential.
Get your ticket here: https://bit.ly/4eJ5Se7

Hope to see you xx

The Kind Press

30/05/2026

6.5 years ago we gathered at The Art Space in Goondiwindi to celebrate the launch of my first book, The Art of Trying.

It was a special day for me, and the people who’d supported me to get there. These are just a handful of the snaps by 🥲

Next Friday 5 June at 5pm - 6:30pm I’ll be back in the same place for a pre-launch celebration of my second book, Seen Again. 🥳

This one will be extra special as we acknowledge the regional women who generously contributed their matrescence stories for the book, including 🩷

You are invited to join us! But get in quickly. Bookings are essential. Please purchase a ticket at https://bit.ly/4eJ5Se7 by Monday.

Your ticket includes a drink on arrival, generous canapés and a gift from me. 💝

You’ll hear from me and a conversation with contributing authors about the identity shift of motherhood, the power of our stories, and more.

We’d love to see you there - back where the Seen Again story started. Benita xx

27/05/2026

What I’ve learned from hosting retreats is: the most meaningful shifts arrive with space.

From the moments in-between.
The conversations that aren’t planned.
From the time to actually hear yourself think.

This immersion is different.
It’s not high-structure.
It’s not about pushing for transformation.

It’s about:
🐛 rest
🐛 space
🐛 being heard and witnessed
🐛 time to focus on something meaningful to you
🦋 and feeling seen again.

I’ve kept it small (six women) and intentionally spacious.

Seen Again: The Immersion September 2-5, Sky High Mt Franklin, near Daylesford, Vic.

Give yourself permission.

Secure your place with a $750 deposit and time to pay the balance in instalments. There are 3 places remaining. ✨

Visit https://benitabensch.com/immersion for all the details and please DM me if you have questions.

❤️ Benita xx

25/05/2026

✨ GOONDIWINDI ✨

Join me for an intimate evening celebrating the launch of Seen Again: Light on Matrescence at the Art Space.

Together with contributing regional authors, we’ll gather for a heartfelt conversation around motherhood, identity, matrescence and the stories that shape us.

🥂 Welcome drink
🫒 Grazing throughout the evening
🎁 A beautiful gift to take home

Books available on the night at an exclusive pre-sale price, with signing opportunities throughout the event.

Friday 5 June | Bookings essential by 31 May at https://bit.ly/4eJ5Se7 ✨

I hope to see you. Xx

25/05/2026

Want to know a lovely way to spend a Monday afternoon?

Chatting with of on The Educate & Empower podcast about all things matrescence and motherhood. 🎙️

I think I gave some lengthy answers and we didn’t get through all the questions but it was so good! It’s the first time I’ve recorded a podcast episode in person, which was a nice change.

And I didn’t even accidentally hit the furry gerbil attached to my shirt once. 😂

Thank you so much for having me Bec, and for all you do in our community for women’s health. I loved our conversation and I hope it’s valuable for your listeners. Xx