to BPNet Alex. It's nice to see you've done your research and are very committed to Carmen's wellbeing. Just to confirm basics....80-84 cool side, 90-94 warm side (never ever below 75 degrees, no need to have a night drop unless you are actively breeding adult BP's)...humidity 50 to 60% normally, pushed to 70% during the entire shed cycle, appropriate substrate (never use cedar), non-tip water dish, two hides just bigger than your snake when it's curled up (think dark and very snug)....something to check temps/humidity with (those stick on analog things from the pet store are not reliable), underbelly heat source...secure enclosure (snake's are escape artists).

Snakes are such lovely creatures and I'm sure you'll enjoy Carmen thoroughly over the years. Let her settle in a week or two then decide what day will be feeding day (evening is actually best as they are nocturnal). Stick to that schedule - once weekly feeding of an appropriate sized mouse or rat. BP's are very much creatures of habit so routines are wonderful for them. Do not handle for 48 hours after she eats.

As far as handling I would say keep it very minimal until Carmen has established her eating pattern with you. Get a few weeks of solid feeds into her then start short handling sessions with her. BP's can show their stress by refusing to eat so you want to always prioritize husbandry and feeding before handling.

Handling is really more for our pleasure than the snake's needs so think of it as a gift Carmen gives you and be reasonable with it. Learn to watch Carmen's subtle signs and you'll find the balance that works for you and her. Some BP's react well to handling, some do not, sometimes it's just a certain day they don't want to be bothered with us humans LOL. Just go slow. BP's teach us patience