never been bitten by a hatchling. but after a few feedings, many will go thru this striking stage. if you do nothing at all, 99% of them will still out grow it. if you want to pickup your snake. you can gently tap it on the head with something. then pick it up. if it's still striking at you when your holding it. you will learn how to stop it by how you hold it. most will calm down enough to stop but you will still see the tension. I would also recommend an under tank heater for a hot spot ran thru a thermostat. those lights are humidity killers. one good thing is you already took a bite. the fear should be over. just remember this is a stage most will out grow, even on their own.