I don't know how to tell you how to do it, I mean, I don't go into the settings on my profile page enough to tell you how to do it but @Texas Kiki , can....you have two choices either, "turn on" or you can "turn off" the notifications or choose e-mail notifications, or only when your actually on line will you get notifications.
They’re planning on making alerts for the mobile app they have! Can’t wait till I can switch it over! The e-mail works great, though! 
We're so happy you've decided to join us
I’ll definitely stay on BYC! It’s a great place and everyone’s so nice! People keep helping me, even if I spam questions because I’m clueless! I keep seeing you around, too! I hope to keep seeing you on here!