Registered 501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Faith-Based 501(c)(3) Nonprofit

Supporting Mothers.
Strengthening Families.
Restoring Hope.

Second Chance Motherhood Of Florida is a Central Florida nonprofit walking beside mothers and babies in crisis — with emergency care, mental-health support, and a community that says you are not alone.

500+ mothers served
1,200+ babies supported
8 community partners
A mother holding her baby in warm natural light

About SCMFL

A second chance begins with someone who shows up.

Founded by Central Florida mother Mel Phanord, SCMFL exists to make sure no mother walks through pregnancy, postpartum, or a family crisis alone. Rooted in faith and driven by action, we deliver practical help and lasting community.

Meet our team & story

Emergency Assistance

Diapers, formula, clothing and safety referrals for mothers in crisis — often within 24 hours.

Maternal Mental Health

Postpartum support groups, counseling referrals, and peer connection to help moms feel seen.

Baby Essentials Program

Community baby showers and ongoing supply support for expecting and new mothers.

Family & Workforce Support

Parenting classes, financial literacy, and job-readiness coaching that restore stability.

Featured Programs

Where families find real support

All programs
01

Postpartum Mental Health Support Groups

Practical, no-judgment help for mothers and babies at every stage.

02

Baby Care Education Classes

Practical, no-judgment help for mothers and babies at every stage.

03

Community Baby Showers

Practical, no-judgment help for mothers and babies at every stage.

04

Emergency Maternal Assistance Fund

Practical, no-judgment help for mothers and babies at every stage.

Official flyer for the SCMFL We Can Bearly Wait Community Baby Shower, Friday, November 20, 2026, 9 AM to 1 PM at Dr. Velma H. Westside Community Center, 919 S Persimmon Ave, Sanford, FL

Baby Shower Registry

One Small Gift. One Big Smile. One Mother Who Knows She Matters.

Can't Attend? You Can Still Sponsor a Smile! 🧸💚

Shop our baby registries and help us shower a deserving mom with love!

At Second Chance Motherhood of Florida, we believe every mother deserves to feel loved, supported, and celebrated.

Our "We Can Bearly Wait" Community Baby Shower brings our community together to support expectant and new mothers facing financial challenges.

Whether you purchase a pack of diapers, baby wipes, clothing, blankets, bottles, or another baby essential, your kindness can make a meaningful difference.

There is no minimum purchase. Give a little, give a lot, or simply give from the heart. Every gift counts!

"Give a little. Give a lot. Give from the heart. Every gift helps a mother and baby in need."

Learn More About Our Baby Shower

Community Partners

Trusted by Central Florida’s care network

Harbor House of Central Florida logoHope Helps logoSunshine Health logoFlorida Department of Health logoStarmaris Advanced Psychiatry logoOur Purpose Project logoPHD Pharmacy logo

Together we restore hope

Stand with mothers in their moment of crisis.

Your gift or volunteer hour goes directly to diapers, formula, mental health support, and safe next steps for a Central Florida family.