I was sent home and told if I passed a bowel movement, I would know if it was an ectopic pregnancy.

Source: https://www.glasgowtimes.co.uk/news/23533435.glasgow-teachers-lost-babies-launch-grief-support-group/?ref=rss

Over-the-counter (OTC) laxatives may be helpful with eliciting a bowel movement and establishing a good bowel routine.

Source: https://www.gjsentinel.com/lifestyle/health_and_wellness/toddler-constipation-how-to-help-your-child-get-relief/article_38537c17-5ee4-516a-8b21-c723db44d9a1.html

She has been preparing for this, she has a nutritionist observing her bowel movement, a trainer keeping her fit and shedid a 24 hour test run.

Source: https://www.pulse.ng/lifestyle/food-travel/a-nigerian-chef-will-attempt-to-break-guinness-world-record-for-the-longest-cooking/ljgz1h3

Withholding: They don’t want to have a bowel movement because they are busy, they are away from home or they fear having a painful bowel movement because of a history of constipation.

Source: https://www.gjsentinel.com/lifestyle/health_and_wellness/toddler-constipation-how-to-help-your-child-get-relief/article_38537c17-5ee4-516a-8b21-c723db44d9a1.html

Withholding: They don’t want to have a bowel movement because they are busy, they are away from home or they fear having a painful bowel movement because of a history of constipation.

Source: https://www.gjsentinel.com/lifestyle/health_and_wellness/toddler-constipation-how-to-help-your-child-get-relief/article_38537c17-5ee4-516a-8b21-c723db44d9a1.html

Women having a bowel movement during childbirth is normal, and nurses in the birth room are experienced in handling it discreetly.

Source: https://www.healthcanal.com/health/digestion/how-to-empty-bowels-before-labor