I tap the hide to wake mine up, then stroke her side a bit so she has a few moments to realize its me and to signal that I will pick her up. I am trying to establish a routine so she knows what to expect.

I hold her quietly and make sure there are no other distractions (busy pets, etc...) jumping around near her. I try to keep it quiet and give her time to relax. I do not carry her around the house because she is young and still nervous. When she gets busy and starts moving around I make sure she does not unwrap herself and fall, I try to keep her wound around my hand.

You might want to wait until after he is eating to start handling him. I didn't, mine started to eat the second day, but if they are stressed they won't eat. Avoid handling for 2 days after they have eaten, and when they are in shed.