hey i am no expert, for that matter i am just in the same boat as you. accept i have had my first snake for 6 days. I was just gonna say that i fed my snake for the first time today and he ate very quickly and if you take him out put him in another box and then place the heating light over him or her.... she will be more apt to eat... atleast in my first experience! anway just wanted to wish you luck. I think feeding her on the 6th day worked well. Anwway good luck! congrats on your snake!