got my first ball python

[Animals As Leaders]

Congrats on your first bp! It is definitely one of the hardest things to do when you bring home your new bp, but leaving it alone for at least a week is super important! When I bring home a new one I don't even allow myself to open the tub, it's torturous! One he has eaten a few meals you can hold him all you want, but for now it's best to let him settle in. I know it sucks, but you can do it!

haha sounds like overkill with not ever opening the tub!! Can't do that lol

Congrats though on the new snake!! Have fun with him/her!!