Is a 4-month-old exclusively breastfed baby having frequent bowel movements to worry about?

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Hello doctor! My baby was born on December 24 at Vinmec Da Nang, now he is 5.8 kg while at birth he was 3.2 kg. The baby is exclusively breastfed, but has three or more bowel movements a day. Baby sucks 120ml times, 6-7 times a day. Baby eats, sleeps and plays normally. So the doctor asked me, is it okay if the baby goes outside so many times? Looking forward to the doctor's answer and advice to help me. Thank you doctor.
Dong Ngoc Van (1987)
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Hello! With the information you provided, your baby is just over 4 months old. Your baby walks 3-4 times a day is normal in the first 6 months after birth. Because the digestive system in babies is not fully developed. However, you need to regularly monitor the health of the child and observe the change in the quality, color, and smell of the stool. If there is an abnormality, you need to take your child to a reputable medical facility or hospitals under the Vinmec Health System nationwide for a full examination and consultation!
Thank you for submitting your question to Vinmec Health System. Best regards!
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