So, my snake has had two good feedings and I'll be feeding again within a few days. I haven't handled my BP yet. I was waiting until I had 3 good feedings under my belt with him before I tried handling.

What is the best way to "introduce" myself to my snake? He spends most of his time in his hides from what I see. Should I take the hide out and pick him up or wait until he is out and snooping about in his tank? I feel like picking him up while he's hiding isn't a good idea, but I'm not sure.

I don't want to get bitten, but I'm more worried about stressing out the snake and freaking him out. I want to get him used to being handled.