Like Tigergenesis said....wait at least 48 hours after feeding before you handle. And then start with short sessions that gradually get longer as the snake relaxes. And you might want to keep the 2 year old out of the room during these handling sessions until the snake gets a LOT more comfortable with you and you get to know its "moods" a little better. There's plenty of time to teach the little one how to appreciate snakes once you and the animal have gotten to know each other.