Tyler Baltierra Confronts His Past: Emotional Reunion Attempt With Estranged Father Butch After 5 Years

Tyler Baltierra is facing his childhood trauma head-on.

In Teen Mom: The Next Chapter, Tyler makes the life-altering decision to reconnect with his father, Butch, after half a decade of separation. Opening up to his mother, Kim, he reflects on the instability of his upbringing—his dad’s prison stints leaving a lasting impact.

Determined to break the cycle, Tyler admits his fear of failing as a father: "I knew how important this role was, and I was terrified of messing it up." The emotional weight deepens as Kim realizes Butch has never even met Tyler’s youngest daughter, Rya. She encourages him to reach out, setting the stage for a heartfelt reunion.

Meanwhile, dropping Rya off at school triggers a flood of emotions. In a confessional, Tyler connects his past pain to the difficult decision to place his first daughter, Carly, for adoption. "Not having my dad around played a huge role in that choice. I just wanted to heal before bringing more kids into the world."

As Tyler prepares to reach out, Catelynn supports him but worries about their kids getting attached to someone who might not stay. His response? "I never had a dad like me growing up. I’m not afraid to tell my kids the truth about life."

In a touching moment, Nova, 9½, learns about her grandfather’s struggles and shows unexpected wisdom: "I bet if he didn’t have the disease, he wouldn’t do it again." She suggests sending him a family photo and inviting him to visit—an innocent but powerful step toward healing.

With a deep breath, Tyler sends the message. The question remains: Will Butch respond?