Based on your description, this appears to be a normal developmental behavior. At around 4 months, babies often make grunting, cooing, and other vocal sounds while playing, feeding, or stretching as they discover their voice and body movements. Since your baby is active, feeding well, and gaining weight appropriately, this is reassuring.
Next Steps
Continue to observe. If the grunting is associated with difficulty breathing, poor feeding, bluish discoloration, fever, excessive irritability, or poor weight gain, consult your pediatrician for an examination.
Health Tips
If you’re concerned, record a short video of the episodes and show it during your pediatric visit. It can help determine whether the behavior is normal.