Reality star Mike Sorrentino, famously known by his nickname “The Situation” after starring on the reality TV show Jersey Shore has revealed exciting news for his family. Mike and his wife Lauren are expecting their second child together!

“We have an amazing announcement!! We’re a growing family!” Mike wrote in his Instagram post. He also revealed that the couple, who currently star in the Jersey Shore reunion series Jersey Shore Family Vacation, is expecting their second child in January of 2023. The photo paired with the announcement showed Mike with Lauren and their first child, Romeo Reign.

Fellow Jersey Shore stars congratulated the couple on their pregnancy news. Paul DelVecchio Jr., famously known as Pauly D, wrote, “So so so happy for you guys!!!” while Deena Cortese commented, “so excited for you all !! Congratulations.” Jenni Farley, known as JWOW, commented, “YASSSSS” on both Mike and Lauren’s posts.

The couple’s pregnancy news comes just a few months after Romeo celebrated his first birth. Mike and Lauren became parents in May of 2021. In celebration of Romeo’s first birthday, Lauren wrote on Instagram, “I am so proud to be your mommy, you make my heart so full.”

Mike and Lauren first met while attending community college together, before Mike starred on Jersey Shore. The couple began dating and subsequently broke up before filming the reality series. When the show ended, Mike and Lauren reconnected and dated for four years before tying the knot on November 1, 2018, at The Legacy Castle in Pompton Plains, New Jersey.

Congratulations to Mike and Lauren on their second pregnancy! We wish them all the best as they prepare to grow their family.

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