Is a Man with Illegitimate Children Free to Marry Another Woman?

Having children out of wedlock is not an impediment to marriage. However, the man needs to examine his intention to be in a bond of marriage as a lifetime commitment. Children by several partners may indicate a lack of responsibility, so this needs to be addressed. Also, his potential wife should recognize that unless he is caring for the children he already has by other women, then he will likely not be a suitable partner for her. She has to be aware of everything and accept his existing children as part of their life together. And he needs to take care of them. This means that his previous relationships will always be present in some way in his marriage to the third woman. This is a great challenge for both of them, and they should be clear-headed about it before they marry.