My Ball Python is shedding... Any tips for a first time owner?

[mjmullis]

I don't really have much of a perch that would be able to support a damp wash cloth... Would it still work if I put the cloth on the floor of the cage directly under the lamp?
I have read that post, it was very helpful!

If you don't have a perch, go to Wal Mart in the bath products section and buy a loofa sponge, they are 4"around, hold quite a bit of water and have a rope with a suction cup. They are dirt cheap and reusable. My bp likes to drape across it and hang out too.