I'll just add that ALL "baby" snakes are instinctively afraid and defensive. They are easy prey at that size, so don't take the "striking" personally...they gradually
learn that we aren't predators, but there's absolutely no rush to handle & further stress them: for all "baby" snakes (whether hatchling or neonate), feeding &
growing stronger is "Job #1". You don't bring a human baby home from the hospital & expect them to play catch in your yard...likewise, be patient while your
little python grows, gets stronger & learns a bit about life. Enjoy their cuteness, they won't be this size forever. "Attitude" right now means very little, it's normal.