I'm reading various articles on breeding, and getting some conflicting info on what to do. And also lacking some info that I have questions about... I thought I'd just clarify here and follow one way. I'm thinking I can start putting them together in January when she's done with her quarantine.

Should I introduce the male to the female's enclosure? And keep him in there until I see a lock, or for 3 days max?

Should I keep the hide in the enclosure? I'm not using a rack, just a 4' heat pad and lining up all the tubs on it. And the hide is a large size from reptilebasics. Female is about 1900g.

After each lock, take the male back and give them a break for 5 days? 3 days?

Usually how many locks should I see before she is gravid? Would it be okay to continue pairing a male to her even while she's gravid (assuming I can't tell)?

If when the female has an increased feeding response during this time or before, should I give her more frequent meals to pump up her weight?

If the male accepts food during this time, should I feed bigger or smaller or just normal sized meals?

Should I provide a nesting box of moss when she's gravid? Or just leave the enclosure as it is with paper towel and a hide?

That's off the top of my head for now... LOL

Any confirmed good links to breeding guides would also be great.