another noob, is my setup correct?

[tttaylorrr]

okay, so after a day of running all around town i got two new thermo's for ambient readings, cut down on the two inches of substrate i had, new hide and changed up the light setup to the center with a red bulb, and ordered a t-stat. i HAD a nice tub for her while working on the tank but when i was done and i was positioning the thermo, like an idiot, set the lamp in the tub and melted my new tub, so im not in the best of moods right now especially since im having a heck of a time getting one of the thermos probe suction cups to hold so i have run out of patience for the day. already opened up a knuckle in my frustration. here is a pic.



waiting for everything to stabilize to get temp readings, right now ambients are low 70's hot and cold side but i just shut it so hot side should go up. i can only fit one of the hides in my tank, i couldnt find a smaller version of this but larger then their next smallest size so idk, guess i have to get a bigger tank?

update:

here is current temps after about 5 or 6 hours

cold side ambient and humidity



hot side ambient

sorry about your meltdown (put intended &#128523!
you have lamp dimmers/thermoSTAT yes? you're on your way! your frustration comes from the setbacks of knowing you're doing all you can to provide for your pet. that's okay! it'll come together soon: temps take 8-12 hrs to settle, so just watch and be diligent.
in regards to the one hide: try your best to provide security, be it covering 3/4 sides with dark fabric/paper or just fake plants/clutter (on mobile so i can't check if this has been said atm). there's a sticky under the BP husbandry forum about caring for hatchlings that advises a 6qt tub; it's a tried and tested method of caring for the young ones, esp if they're having trouble thriving. aaalllll that being said, if possible, upgrading to a 20gal is ideal for the future. you're going to have to upgrade soon as the snake grows, so maybe start keeping your eye out for craigslist/classified ads or sales at nearby pet stores, OR maybe save up for an APCages or other recommended enclosure (AP is what i have but there's many others; do some research on this forum to find what's best for you).

you're well on your way to helping your new baby, so keep on learning and growing with her. 😀