First Lady of the United States, Washington, DC
Children: Malia, 10; Sasha, 7 • Husband: President Barack Obama

Why We Love Her
Intelligent, athletic and chic, she’s breathed new life into the role of first lady. This Princeton- and Harvard-educated attorney and mom to Malia and Sasha is a role model to working mothers everywhere, who are counting on her to advocate for their interests. She has already announced her dedication to American working families, especially military families, and her intention to help them get adequate health care and mental health services, as well as economic support. Married to Barack for 16 years, Michelle continued to work at the university of Chicago Medical Center during the primary campaign but resigned earlier this year. a media darling thanks to her fashion-forward wardrobe, she’s determined to keep her family grounded while living in the white house: Malia and Sasha are given chores, and they’re expected to do well in school—and to clean up after their new dog. we are proud to name the nation’s most famous working mother—and the first African-American first lady—as our quintessential Working Mother of the Year.