In a heartwarming story from the AITA subreddit, a man allowed his brother to call him "dad" until he found out the truth about their parents. Seeking advice from both a therapist and his closest friends, he decided to sit down with his bio-children and tell his brother the truth. Initially shocked and hurt, the young boy eventually came around and even thanked his makeshift dad for being the best dad in the world. Although things are not perfect, the family is slowly starting to heal and the man promises to continue to be a great dad to all of his children. Read on to find out more about this touching story of love and family.
Man lets brother call him 'dad' without telling him the truth - but what happens when he finally does?

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Redditor sparks debate over allowing brother to call him 'dad'

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Seeking advice before revealing truth about 'dad' brother 🤔

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A detailed story of brotherly love and hidden truth.

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Getting advice from a therapist about a delicate family matter 💭

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Fatherhood revelation with a twist, bio-kids must be present 😎

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Friends weigh in on man's secret about being called 'dad'

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Revealing the truth to kids about dad, what happens next?

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Brotherhood bond: Heartwarming moment between two siblings ❤️

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Revealing a secret to a loved one with care ❤️

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Father reunites with son and shows unconditional love ❤️

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Man confesses truth to brother after years of being called 'dad' 😢

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Father reveals truth to son, emotions flow in heartwarming moment ❤️

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Brother pretends to be 'dad', reveals truth, receives heartbreak 💔

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When the truth is revealed, the relationship changes. 😔

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Rejected by his own son? 😢

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Heartwarming moment when son acknowledges 'dad' as his true father ❤️

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Heartwarming moment when truth is revealed after years of secrecy ❤️

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Family secrets unraveling, hope on the horizon 👏

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A new beginning after a life-changing revelation 🌅

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Tough kid handles family secret like a champ 💪

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Caring brother seeks therapy for sibling after revealing truth.

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A heartwarming story of brotherly love and fatherhood ❤️

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A heartwarming Reddit story with a happy ending ❤️

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Grateful OP bids farewell, ignoring hate from judgmental commenters.

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👨👦 Man lets brother call him 'dad' without telling the truth 👨👦
A man let his brother call him 'dad' without telling him the truth. After seeking professional advice, he decided to tell his brother about their parents and his biological father. Although his brother was shocked and left, he later returned and thanked his 'dad' for being the best father in the whole world. Things are slowly starting to brighten up, and the man plans to continue being a great dad to all his children. Read on for the comments and reactions to this heartwarming story.
Heartwarming comment and replies bring out the tears and emotions 😭❤️

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Supportive commenters suggest therapy for the son and family.

LeMot-Juste | LeMot-Juste
Heartwarming comment and replies bring tears to readers' eyes 😭

International-Aside | International-Aside
A heartwarming story of how family isn't just about blood ❤️

RockyGeographer | RockyGeographer
Heartwarming update made readers tear up 😭❤️

Semajextah | Semajextah
Heartwarming comment about the love of a father figure ❤️

TurquoiseBlue621 | TurquoiseBlue621
Stepparent navigates emotional turmoil and gains son's love and trust ❤️

ISeeJustNoPeople | ISeeJustNoPeople
Friend helped cope with family secret, suggest therapist for brother.

stevenmeyerjr | stevenmeyerjr
Heartwarming comment and positivity 🌟

gedvondur | gedvondur
Heartwarming support for a man and his family ❤️

Narcosis17 | Narcosis17
A heartwarming moment as OP's son acknowledges him as his dad ❤️

MesWantooth | MesWantooth
Being a great dad is not about biology 👨👦 ❤️

Shazooney | Shazooney
Heartwarming comment section with happy ending 🥰👏

beautifulmind90 | beautifulmind90
Heartwarming comment receives appreciation for OP's actions 😢

blopez86 | blopez86
Keep being you! 😎 Life will rip. 👍

CreepyOrlando | CreepyOrlando
Adopting him as a son could provide legal and social security ❤️

mangonlime | mangonlime
Heart-warming story of a man taking care of his brother ❤️

1000livesofmagic | 1000livesofmagic
Emotional comment section brings on the waterworks 😭☔

ferramenta11 | ferramenta11
Glad it was a happy ending! 🥰

yellowstonenewbie | yellowstonenewbie
Heartwarming update about man who let brother call him 'dad' ❤️

Disnerding | Disnerding
Commenter questions why OP's wife is not mentioned as non-biological parent

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A heartwarming story of brotherly love and family support ❤️

megn333 | megn333
Heartwarming comment brings joy to family secret reveal ❤️

thepinkprioress | thepinkprioress
Heartwarming comment shows love and support for a difficult situation ❤️

rattus-domestica | rattus-domestica
Encourage seeking therapy for emotional support 🧘♂️

AnatasiaBeaverhausen | AnatasiaBeaverhausen
Heartwarming comment brings positivity to family secret reveal ❤️

BunsLinkBoi | BunsLinkBoi
Heartwarming comment about a father and his child. ❤️

miladyelle | miladyelle
Heartwarming comment about a father-son relationship ❤️

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Heartfelt comment brings tears to readers' eyes 😢

Karaokoki | Karaokoki
Man raises brother as his own, DNA doesn't matter 👏

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Adopted commenter praises young dad's efforts 👏

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Complicated family dynamics, what's the backstory? 🤔

badsister3456 | badsister3456
Stepdad or brother? Family dynamics questioned, but NTA.

Yinz_Know_Me | Yinz_Know_Me
Empathetic approach to brother's discovery of truth. Surprising therapist omission.

SQLDave | SQLDave
Heartwarming comment receives positive response 🥰

paintedlamb | paintedlamb
Heartwarming comment receives no replies, but all the feels ❤️

Queenofthedumb | Queenofthedumb
Heartwarming reconciliation after difficult but necessary conversation ❤️

StragglingShadow | StragglingShadow
Being a 'real' parent is about more than biology ❤️

ArtOfOdd | ArtOfOdd
Heartwarming story brings tears to readers' eyes 😭

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Positive feedback for a follow-up comment 🙌

NoeTellusom | NoeTellusom
Heartwarming comment receives touching praise. ❤️

sayaphsy | sayaphsy
Unconventional family dynamics and love that transcends traditional labels ❤️

mystandtrist | mystandtrist
Encouragement for someone making progress towards a better future 💪

sasssquared | sasssquared
Encouraging response suggests therapy for family's success ❤️

so_and_so_phd | so_and_so_phd
Choosing to be a father figure for his brother - a kind gesture 💙

MemphisPurrs | MemphisPurrs
Heartbreaking backstory reveals why 'he's suffered enough' in silence 😢

jkseller | jkseller
Doubtful commenter questions authenticity of post 🤔

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Short and sweet - a congratulatory comment with a thumbs up 👍

PapaDtheDnDmaster | PapaDtheDnDmaster
Heartwarming story of a dad and his son ❤️

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