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ABSTRACT - AIM - The main aim of the study is to increase the knowledge of Primi Gravida Mothers regarding Weaning diet to prevent malnutrition in infant and to promote good growth and development in infants. METHODOLOGY - METHOD A descriptive Research design was used to assess the knowledge regarding Weaning diet in order to develop and disseminate information booklet among Primi Gravida Mothers in Teerthanker Mahaveer Hospital and Research Centre, Moradabad. In this study Purposive sampling technique was used to select 60 Primigravida Mothers. Structured questionnaire was used to collect the data. An information booklet was prepared containing necessary information to provide important information about Weaning to Primigravida Mothers. RESULT The result of the study showed that out of 60 samples, 42(70%) had average knowledge 18 (30%) had good knowledge and none of the Mother had poor knowledge. CONCLUSION The study concluded that Maximum Numbers of Mothers had average knowledge Regarding Weaning diet but lacks excellent knowledge regarding diet therefore there is need to educate mothers about healthy Weaning Practices. Measures should be taken to Educate Mothers with relevant information about benefits of Weaning diet.