First of all don't panic, it all sounds normal!
Corns take anything from a few days to a week or so to complete the shed cycle, and they can be "in blue" anywhere from 24hrs to a week-ish. Then the blue stage passes and they go clear again before shedding a few days later.
It's quite normal for your baby to be hiding during this time, as they have reduced sight whilst in shed and feel more vulnerable.
I personally don't handle mine while they are in shed, but if I have to get them out for any reason then I try to point them in the direction of a secure hide, so they can find it easier because of the reduced vision.
Hope that helps you some, best wishes