I am a snake novice, but love my son's new ball python.
We got her from our favorite, local pet shop.
We got her home and have been handling her,
and in my son's case, kissing her, since.

Is there any risk with this?
Do we have to clean ourselves and change clothes every time??
Do I have to tell my son to stop stroking her with his cheek??

I've been washing my hands, and have had my boys wash their hands before eating.
But should I have them always wash their hands after handling her?

And if so, does that mean we can't have her sitting on a desk or table without having to clean that too??