Former President Barack Obama and his wife Michelle raised their daughters, Malia and Sasha, in the public eye. Michelle emphasized giving their daughters “the freedom to find their own way,” ensuring they had space to speak their minds and follow their passions.

Despite their political life, the Obamas aimed for normalcy, hosting birthday parties and giving their daughters allowances for chores like setting the table and cleaning. Michelle and Barack were also attentive to their daughters’ health. Barack recalled the fear when Sasha, then three months old, was rushed to the ER with viral meningitis. He stressed the importance of having a trusted pediatrician.

As Sasha and Malia grew, they moved to college, with the Obamas striving for normalcy despite their fame. Michelle found it “a little emotional to drop Sasha off at college,” and missed their daughters when they were away. The pandemic brought them back home, giving the family unexpected quality time together.

Now adults, Malia and Sasha share an apartment in Los Angeles, decorated with budget finds. Michelle praised their bond, saying, “The thing I loved the most is that those two girls are each other’s best friend.” Despite public scrutiny and criticism, Sasha, now 23, remains confident, enjoying her life and thriving as a young woman.