helix runs about 130.00 you can get them at
www.thebeanfarm.com or www.reptilebasics.com
the flexwatt will cost about 10-20.00 and you can get it at the same places.
a ranco is a little less expensive thermostat, around 65-75.00.
what size snake will you be getting?
you could get a 20-30 gallon tanks and section it off for a baby. you might want to look into plastic cages also.
vaughn