My Brother Got 3 Women Pregnant And Kept Borrowing Money—Until He Told Me The Real Reason

My brother Mateo, a charming but chaotic people-pleaser, fathered three children with different women and recently claimed a fourth was on the way, asking me for money again. Frustrated, I urged him to get a vasectomy. He admitted he’s addicted to “being needed,” unable to say no to women in distress. Suspicious of his latest story, I found Kelly, the supposed mother, who denied being pregnant or involved with him. Confronting Mateo, he confessed he lied to cover child support debts, fearing a bench warrant. Hurt but moved by his honesty, I

refused further bailouts. Weeks later, a community center worker revealed Mateo was volunteering, seeking a vasectomy, and joining support groups to change. He organized a park day for his kids to meet, a small but meaningful step. Now working steadily, he’s made his first child support payment. Though imperfect, he’s trying to be a present father. His journey shows accountability and belief in change can spark redemption, even after mistakes.