I noticed the notifications after hearing Mrs. Steemit comment on the topic and am happy for this change. But I think it would be even more sweet if we were notified via email. Yes, email notifications for@least the 'replies' would be great. I wouldn't want to be notified for every post anyone of my followers may post any given time as it would be too many emails coming through BUT, I guess we can have the option of choosing who we would like to be notified, hmmm!
I would love to hear some thoughts on this....