Shopping costs parents' top stress.

• Position: Back to School - Brief article

While the back-to-school season signals excitement over a new classroom and a fresh wardrobe for most kids, for many parents it means stress around shopping budgets, a change in schedules, and managing homework after the long summer break.

The retailer Zulily has announced findings from a survey showing that the cost of back-to-school shopping ranks highest on the list of stresses for parents tied to the new school year, coming in as the No. 1 stress for 52%.

"Getting kids ready for a new school year is a time of transition for most families, from reestablishing a solid routine to fighting the battle over what kids want to wear each morning," says Amy E. Goodman, lifestyle editor of the company's website. "One of my biggest pieces of advice is to make a plan and stick to it: from bedtime routines, to getting outfits ready the night before, to figuring out how to organize all those forms, being prepared will keep both parents and kids happy."

Some 34% of parents indicate...