Jaimie Florio, MPS, BS

Jaimie is the mother of a miraculous little boy named Connor. Connor was born extremely premature and weighed under a pound at birth. He has been featured by numerous news outlets for being one of the tiniest newborns to survive.

 

Prior to Connor’s birth, Jaimie was a special education teacher in Connecticut and New York City. Currently, Jaimie stays at home with Connor to ensure he gets all the therapies and medical attention he needs.

 

Jaimie has a Master’s degree in Childhood Education and Special Education from Manhattanville College and a Bachelor’s degree in Digital Media and Fine Art from Marist College.

 

To read more about Jaimie and Connor’s journey, you can read Jaimie’s blog at momofamiracle.tumblr.com.

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