While it might be hard to believe, former President Barack Obama found parts of parenting Malia and Sasha Obama difficult . On an August 2025 episode of her and brother Craig Robinson's podcast, "IMO," former first lady Michelle Obama opened up about Barack's struggles in his relationship with their younger daughter, Sasha. And this problem is relatable for many parents.

Michelle explained that Sasha wasn't as likely to seek out bonding time with her father as Malia was when they were growing up — something Barack found troubling. According to Michelle, "Sasha is like a cat. She's like, 'Don't touch me, don't pet me. I'm not pleasing you. You come to me.'" This differed greatly from Barack and Michelle's experience with Malia, who is three years older than her sister. "When Malia wa

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