Michelle Obama Reflects on Past Use of Spanking, Advocates for Boundaries

Michelle Obama has revealed that she stopped spanking her daughters, Malia and Sasha, after realizing it made her feel embarrassed and was not the type of parent she wanted to be. On her podcast, she described a turning point where she felt silly using physical discipline and decided to find better ways to set boundaries. While she no longer endorses spanking, Michelle still advocates for 'tough love' and believes in setting firm boundaries, emphasizing the importance of letting children learn from their own mistakes. She clarified that her reflections are not meant to judge other parents but rather to share her own growth and evolving parenting style. Michelle also commented on the challenges of modern parenting, expressing support for some traditional values while acknowledging the importance of adapting to new approaches.