I had the mother-from-hell. Abusive when she wasn't being neglectful. She did not feed me, clothe me, or nurture me. I still wouldn't look for that from a t, I know that there is no way a person I see once or twice a week can fulfill that need

I am a mother though, and I think I am a pretty good one (I did not say perfect). As a mother, I set aside all of my needs at any time day or night when my kid genuinely needs me. I consider a genuine need to be physical or emotional pain, fear or the like...not "my favorite jeans are dirty". I don't think a T can be that. I honestly don't think anyone other than a mother can be that. Just my opinion though.