Evidence suggests that multiple micronutrient and balanced energy protein (BEP) supplementation during pregnancy can decrease the risk of stillbirth and small‐for‐ gestational‐age births and increase birth weight. We conducted a mixed‐methods formative research study to identify the most acceptable among a range of 11 candidates fortified BEP supplements for use in pregnancy and lactation in a rural district in Nepal. This study provides valuable insights into our understanding of women’s acceptance of different BEP supplements during pregnancy in rural Nepal and has helped identify the two most accepted BEP supplements to be used in a two‐month home trial to assess utilisation and compliance in this setting.
