Alive & Thrive, has assigned CMS Communication to conduct this study to identify specific dietary and hygiene problems, the practices that have led to these problems, the reasons behind these problems and the context in which these problems occur. The study also would implement Trials of Improved Practices using Test of Recommendations on diet diversity, quantity, IFA and calcium tablets among pregnant women and complimentary feeding, safe disposal of feces, hand washing and child protected play area among 6-17.9 months children.