Mike ‘The Situation’ Sorrentino, known for his time on the reality show Jersey Shore, recently shared a terrifying moment caught on camera. In a video uploaded to Instagram and X (formerly known as Twitter), Sorrentino revealed the moment his two-year-old son, Romeo, began choking on pasta during a family dinner. The footage, captured by a Ring camera, shows the TV personality and his loved ones sitting at the kitchen table when Romeo suddenly starts choking on a piece of gnocchi lodged in his throat.
In the video, Mike can be seen picking up his son and patting him on the back while his wife, Lauren, calmly jumps in to help dislodge the food using a device she grabbed from the counter. The couple’s quick thinking and calmness during the harrowing incident saved their son’s life. Mike described it as the “scariest moment” of their lives but expressed gratitude that everything worked out.
The incident has prompted Mike and Lauren to take CPR lessons to ensure they are prepared for any future emergencies. Mike shared the video to raise awareness about the importance of knowing CPR and to encourage others to learn this life-saving skill.
In the comment section of the Instagram video, fans praised Mike and Lauren for their quick actions and composure during the incident. One fan noted that their calmness was crucial in not further upsetting Romeo. Mike’s Jersey Shore co-star, Sammi ‘Sweetheart’ Giancola, also expressed relief that Romeo was okay.
Mike and Lauren tied the knot in November 2018 and are parents to Romeo and their one-year-old daughter, Mia Bella. They recently announced that they are expecting their third child, a baby girl, due in March 2024. The couple celebrated their growing family with a fall-themed photo shoot, posing with pumpkins and sharing a sonogram.
The road to parenthood hasn’t always been easy for Mike and Lauren. They first started dating in 2005 but broke up four years later. However, they rekindled their romance in 2013 and appeared on Marriage Boot Camp: Reality Stars in 2015. Mike proposed to Lauren in February 2018, and their engagement was shown on Jersey Shore: Family Vacation.
In addition to their growing family, Mike recently celebrated eight years of sobriety. He shared a photo with his family enjoying a cake to mark the milestone. Mike has been open about his struggles with addiction and has become a role model in the community for his journey to sobriety.
In an interview with The Bump, Mike and Lauren discussed their relationship and parenthood. They emphasized the importance of making positive decisions for themselves, their family, and their future. Mike expressed his dedication to being a father and husband, stating that it’s what he has always wanted.
Reflecting on his past, Mike acknowledged the rollercoaster of fame and money he experienced in his younger years. However, he emphasized that he has turned his setbacks into lessons and is grateful for the stability and beautiful life he now enjoys with his family.
The incident with Romeo choking on pasta serves as a reminder of the importance of being prepared for emergencies and highlights the quick thinking and composure of Mike and Lauren in a frightening situation. Their story is a testament to the power of love, family, and the strength to overcome challenges.